Page County, Iowa
12 ZIP codes · Avg score 58/100 · Grade C · Updated 2026-06-03
Based on current EPA data, Page County's 12 ZIP codes reflect fair but mixed water safety.
How Page County Compares
How Page County Compares
Page County scores 1 points below the Iowa state average (59/100) and 10 points below the national average (68/100).
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-03
ZIP Code Risk Map
Water Quality Map: Page County, Iowa
Each dot represents a ZIP code. Color indicates water quality grade. Tap a dot for details.
Key Risk Factors
Health risk index: 15.4 (asthma 10%, diabetes 13.6%)
Estimated additional annual cost per homeowner: $685, driven primarily by energy_code_gap
Infrastructure: 0.511% avg pipe failure probability, 100% of ZIPs at high risk
87.6% of homes built before 1978 (lead paint era)
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: $685
Bar widths proportional to share of total annual risk cost. Source: compound risk model (FEMA, EPA, USGS).
Housing Age Distribution
7,019 housing units in Page 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 Page County
Remediation costs are relatively manageable for most homeowners in Page 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 Page 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 Page County ranked by EPA violation count.
| # | Water System | Population | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | SHAMBAUGH MUNI WATER SUPPLY | 159 | 1 |
| 2 | Shenandoah Water Department | 4,925 | 0 |
| 3 | Coin Water Supply | 176 | 0 |
| 4 | Braddyville Water Works | 147 | 0 |
| 5 | Clarinda Water Plant | 4,372 | 0 |
9 total water systems serve Page County.
All ZIP Codes in Page County
12 ZIP codes tracked in Page County.
| # | ZIP Code | City | Safety Score | Grade | Violations | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 51601 | Shenandoah | 70 | B | 0 | $121K |
| 2 | 51632 | Clarinda | 70 | B | 0 | $135K |
| 3 | 51602 | Shenandoah | 66 | C | 0 | — |
| 4 | 51603 | Shenandoah | 66 | C | 0 | — |
| 5 | 51631 | Braddyville | 66 | C | 0 | $124K |
| 6 | 51636 | Coin | 66 | C | 0 | $87K |
| 7 | 51638 | Essex | 66 | C | 0 | $116K |
| 8 | 51651 | Shambaugh | 61 | C | 1 (1 health) | $64K |
| 9 | 51630 | Blanchard | 40 | D | 0 | $218K |
| 10 | 51637 | College Springs | 40 | D | 0 | $74K |
| 11 | 51647 | Northboro | 40 | D | 0 | — |
| 12 | 51656 | Yorktown | 40 | D | 0 | $83K |
Recommended Buyer Guides for Page County
Strictly editorial — no paid placements influence which guides appear; the selection draws on NSF certifications and EPA detection records for water systems serving this county.
- Best Lead Paint Test Kits — 87.6% of homes built before 1978
- Best Radon Test Kits — EPA Radon Zone 1 (highest risk) dominant in county
Deep Dive Reports
Detailed analysis for Page County, Iowa
Overview
Page County in Iowa covers 12 ZIP codes with an average Home Safety Score of C (58/100).
1 of 12 ZIP codes have recorded EPA violations. 1 health-based violation 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.