COUNTY REPORT KY

Henry County, Kentucky

10 ZIP codes · Avg score 63/100 · Grade C · Updated 2026-06-03

Although much of Henry County meets baseline standards, some of its 10 ZIP codes show violations that merit closer attention.

How Henry County Compares

Henry County63/100
Kentucky avg61/100
National avg68/100

How Henry County Compares

C
County Grade
63/100
Avg Safety Score
10
ZIP Codes
8
Water Systems

Henry County scores 2 points above the Kentucky state average (61/100) and 5 points below the national average (68/100).

Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-03

C
County Grade
63
Avg Safety Score
10
ZIP Codes
Best ZIP: 40050 (83/100)
Lowest ZIP: 40075 (53/100)
$184K
Median Home Value
$1,240
Avg Remediation (67% of home value)

ZIP Code Risk Map

Water Quality Map: Henry County, Kentucky

Each dot represents a ZIP code. Color indicates water quality grade. Tap a dot for details.

A B C D F

Key Risk Factors

Estimated additional annual cost per homeowner: $817, driven primarily by energy_code_gap

Infrastructure: 0.376% avg pipe failure probability, 20% of ZIPs at high risk

69.9% of homes built before 1978 (lead paint era)

Infrastructure Overview

1976
Median Build Year
69.9%
Pre-1978 Housing
38%
Pipe Failure Probability
20%
ZIPs at High Infra Risk
Low
Lead Pipe Risk

Sources: Census ACS (housing age), EPA SDWIS (infrastructure risk model), state bridge inspection data.

Compound Risk Breakdown

Estimated additional annual cost per homeowner: $817

Energy Code Gap $432/yr
Flood $200/yr
Water / Lead $185/yr

Bar widths proportional to share of total annual risk cost. Source: compound risk model (FEMA, EPA, USGS).

Housing Age Distribution

5,996 housing units in Henry County

Pre-1940 18%
1940–1959 10%
1960–1979 28%
1980–1999 22%
2000+ 22%

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 Henry County

$184K
Median Home Value
$1,240
Est. Remediation Cost
0.7%
of Home Value
Remediation as % of home value low burden

Remediation costs are relatively manageable for most homeowners in Henry 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.

Water Systems with Most Violations

Top 5 systems in Henry County ranked by EPA violation count.

# Water System Population Violations
1 Henry County Water District #2 17,716 1
2 NEW CASTLE WATER WORKS 2,100 1
3 Eminence Water Works 2,554 1
4 Shelbyville Water & Sewer Commission 23,760 1
5 North Shelby Water District 14,660 1

8 total water systems serve Henry County.

All ZIP Codes in Henry County

10 ZIP codes tracked in Henry County.

# ZIP Code City Safety Score Grade Violations Home Value
1 40050 New Castle 83 B 0 $133K
2 40019 Eminence 81 B 1 $202K
3 40057 Pleasureville 63 C 0 $179K
4 40068 Smithfield 63 C 0 $291K
5 40070 Sulphur 63 C 0 $188K
6 40363 Perry Park 63 C 0
7 40036 Lockport 55 C 0 $58K
8 40007 Bethlehem 53 D 0 $238K
9 40058 Port Royal 53 D 0
10 40075 Turners Station 53 D 0 $168K

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Overview

Henry County in Kentucky covers 10 ZIP codes with an average Home Safety Score of C (63/100).

1 of 10 ZIP codes have recorded EPA violations. All violations are monitoring/reporting type.

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Data Sources

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is water safe in Henry County?
Henry County receives a grade of C. Some ZIP codes have recorded violations and residents in affected areas may want to test their water.
How many water systems serve Henry County?
Henry County is served by 8 public water systems that supply drinking water to residents across 10 ZIP codes.
What is the biggest environmental risk in Henry County?
The primary environmental risk factor in Henry County is energy_code_gap. This contributes to an estimated additional annual cost of $817 per homeowner.
How old are homes in Henry County?
The median home build year in Henry County is 1976. 69.9% of homes were built before 1978, which means they may contain lead-based paint and older plumbing materials.
How does Henry County compare to Kentucky?
Henry County has an average water safety score of 63/100, which is above the Kentucky state average of 61/100.

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