Larue County, Kentucky
5 ZIP codes · Avg score 58/100 · Grade C · Updated 2026-06-03
Tracking 5 ZIP codes in Larue County reveals a mixed picture — tap water quality varies meaningfully by location.
How Larue County Compares
How Larue County Compares
Larue County scores 3 points below the Kentucky state average (61/100) and 10 points below the national average (68/100).
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-03
ZIP Code Risk Map
Water Quality Map: Larue County, Kentucky
Each dot represents a ZIP code. Color indicates water quality grade. Tap a dot for details.
Key Risk Factors
Estimated additional annual cost per homeowner: $950, driven primarily by flood
Infrastructure: 0.334% avg pipe failure probability, 20% of ZIPs at high risk
54.2% of homes built before 1978 (lead paint era)
Violation History (2022–2023)
→ Stable trendEPA violation counts by year across Larue County water systems. Health-based shown in red, total in blue.
Peak year: 2023 with 4 violations. Past 5 years: 6 total (6 health-based).
Source: EPA SDWIS historical violations. Data may lag 6–12 months for the most recent year.
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: $950
Bar widths proportional to share of total annual risk cost. Source: compound risk model (FEMA, EPA, USGS).
Housing Age Distribution
6,989 housing units in Larue 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 Larue County
Remediation costs are relatively manageable for most homeowners in Larue 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 Larue County ranked by EPA violation count.
| # | Water System | Population | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | LARUE COUNTY WATER DISTRICT #1 | 9,062 | 3 |
| 2 | Hardin County Water District #2 | 76,326 | 3 |
| 3 | New Haven Municipal Water Works | 1,357 | 3 |
| 4 | GREEN RIVER VALLEY WATER DISTRICT | 17,431 | 3 |
| 5 | Hodgenville Water Works | 4,629 | 3 |
9 total water systems serve Larue County.
All ZIP Codes in Larue County
5 ZIP codes tracked in Larue County.
| # | ZIP Code | City | Safety Score | Grade | Violations | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 42748 | Hodgenville | 76 | B | 3 (2 health) | $177K |
| 2 | 40051 | New Haven | 55 | C | 0 | $177K |
| 3 | 40052 | New Hope | 53 | D | 0 | $131K |
| 4 | 42716 | Buffalo | 53 | D | 0 | $194K |
| 5 | 42764 | Mount Sherman | 53 | D | 0 | $123K |
Recommended Buyer Guides for Larue County
Four sources — EPA, NSF, FEMA, CDC — drive the match.
- Best Lead Paint Test Kits — 54.2% of homes built before 1978
- Best Sump Pumps — Flood is the top compound risk factor
- Best Mold Test Kits — Flood-driven moisture and mold risk
Deep Dive Reports
Detailed analysis for Larue County, Kentucky
Overview
Larue County in Kentucky covers 5 ZIP codes with an average Home Safety Score of C (58/100).
1 of 5 ZIP codes have recorded EPA violations. 2 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.