Wabash County, Indiana
7 ZIP codes · Avg score 57/100 · Grade C · Updated 2026-06-03
Water safety in Wabash County is uneven — some of its 7 ZIP codes meet standards cleanly while others carry documented violations.
How Wabash County Compares
How Wabash County Compares
Wabash County scores 3 points below the Indiana state average (60/100) and 11 points below the national average (68/100).
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-03
ZIP Code Risk Map
Water Quality Map: Wabash County, Indiana
Each dot represents a ZIP code. Color indicates water quality grade. Tap a dot for details.
Key Risk Factors
Health risk index: 15 (asthma 11.3%, diabetes 13.8%)
Estimated additional annual cost per homeowner: $931, driven primarily by flood
Infrastructure: 0.41% avg pipe failure probability, 71% of ZIPs at high risk
61.9% of homes built before 1978 (lead paint era)
Violation History (2021–2025)
↑ Worsening trendEPA violation counts by year across Wabash County water systems. Health-based shown in red, total in blue.
Peak year: 2024 with 4 violations. Past 5 years: 10 total (10 health-based). Health-based violations are rising versus the prior 2-year window — worth closer monitoring.
Source: EPA SDWIS historical violations. Data may lag 6–12 months for the most recent year.
County Health Indicators vs National Average
Black markers indicate national averages. Source: CDC PLACES, Census ACS.
Infrastructure Overview
Sources: Census ACS (housing age), EPA SDWIS (infrastructure risk model), state bridge inspection data.
Compound Risk Breakdown
Estimated additional annual cost per homeowner: $931
Bar widths proportional to share of total annual risk cost. Source: compound risk model (FEMA, EPA, USGS).
Housing Age Distribution
14,175 housing units in Wabash County
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS B25034 (Year Structure Built).
Water Safety Affordability
How much it costs to fix water issues relative to home values in Wabash County
Remediation costs are relatively manageable for most homeowners in Wabash County, representing a small fraction of property value.
Remediation includes water filtration, lead abatement, radon mitigation, and flood protection where applicable. Source: Census ACS, EPA SDWIS.
Health Outcomes vs National Average
CDC PLACES data for Wabash County residents
Black markers = national averages. Red = above national avg. Green = below. Source: CDC PLACES, Census ACS.
Water Systems with Most Violations
Top 5 systems in Wabash County ranked by EPA violation count.
| # | Water System | Population | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Indiana American Water - Wabash | 12,140 | 24 |
| 2 | Josiah Whites | 416 | 23 |
| 3 | Lake View Mobile Home Park | 90 | 23 |
| 4 | Prossers Country Estates | 85 | 23 |
| 5 | Rhoades Mhp, Llc | 60 | 23 |
13 total water systems serve Wabash County.
All ZIP Codes in Wabash County
7 ZIP codes tracked in Wabash County.
| # | ZIP Code | City | Safety Score | Grade | Violations | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 46941 | Lagro | 68 | C | 1 | $163K |
| 2 | 46962 | North Manchester | 68 | C | 1 | $153K |
| 3 | 46940 | La Fontaine | 66 | C | 6 (1 health) | $119K |
| 4 | 46984 | Somerset | 66 | C | 0 | — |
| 5 | 46992 | Wabash | 61 | C | 23 (4 health) | $142K |
| 6 | 46990 | Urbana | 40 | D | 0 | $140K |
| 7 | 46974 | Roann | 31 | F | 1 | $183K |
Recommended Buyer Guides for Wabash County
Where county records show a lead exceedance or pre-1978 housing concentration, lead-specific filters and test kits move toward the top of the list.
- Best Water Filters for Lead — Lead above EPA action level in 1 ZIP code
- Best Lead Paint Test Kits — 61.9% of homes built before 1978
- Best Under-Sink Reverse Osmosis Systems — Multi-contaminant removal at the kitchen tap
- Best Radon Test Kits — EPA Radon Zone 1 (highest risk) dominant in county
- Best Sump Pumps — Flood is the top compound risk factor
Deep Dive Reports
Detailed analysis for Wabash County, Indiana
Overview
Wabash County in Indiana covers 7 ZIP codes with an average Home Safety Score of C (57/100).
5 of 7 ZIP codes have recorded EPA violations. 5 health-based violations have been documented.
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Data Sources
- Water quality: EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS)
- Home values: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (median estimates by ZCTA)
Updated daily.