Hampden County, Massachusetts
54 ZIP codes · Avg score 79/100 · Grade B · Updated 2026-07-19
ZipCheckup grade for Hampden: B.
This ZIP looks solid, with a few items worth a quick check.
Within Hampden County's 54 tracked ZIP codes, safety indicators remain above the national average with few health-based violations on record.
How Hampden County Compares
How Hampden County Compares
Hampden County scores 13 points above the Massachusetts state average (66/100) and 11 points above the national average (68/100).
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-07-19
ZIP Code Risk Map
Water Quality Map: Hampden County, Massachusetts
Each dot represents a ZIP code. Color indicates water quality grade. Tap a dot for details.
Key Risk Factors
Health risk index: 13.3 (asthma 12.7%, diabetes 12%)
Estimated additional annual cost per homeowner: $1,852, driven primarily by sea_level
Infrastructure: 0.449% avg pipe failure probability, 60% of ZIPs at high risk
80.3% of homes built before 1978 (lead paint era)
Violation History (2022–2025)
→ Stable trendEPA violation counts by year across Hampden County water systems. Health-based shown in red, total in blue.
Peak year: 2024 with 8 violations. Past 5 years: 12 total (12 health-based).
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: $1,852
Bar widths proportional to share of total annual risk cost. Source: compound risk model (FEMA, EPA, USGS).
Housing Age Distribution
196,905 housing units in Hampden 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 Hampden County
Remediation costs are relatively manageable for most homeowners in Hampden 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 Hampden County residents
Black markers = national averages. Red = above national avg. Green = below. Source: CDC PLACES, Census ACS.
Water systems serving Hampden County
8 community water systems serving Hampden County.
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Show all 8 water systems
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33 total water systems serve Hampden County.
Systems with the most violations in Hampden County
5 water systems with recorded EPA violations.
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All ZIP Codes in Hampden County
54 ZIP codes tracked in Hampden County.
| # | ZIP Code | City | Safety Score | Grade | Violations | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 01009 | Bondsville | 83 | B | 0 | $276K |
| 2 | 01010 | Brimfield | 83 | B | 1 | $380K |
| 3 | 01013 | Chicopee | 83 | B | 0 | $249K |
| 4 | 01014 | Chicopee | 83 | B | 0 | — |
| 5 | 01020 | Chicopee | 83 | B | 0 | $259K |
| 6 | 01021 | Chicopee | 83 | B | 0 | — |
| 7 | 01022 | Chicopee | 83 | B | 0 | $170K |
| 8 | 01028 | East Longmeadow | 83 | B | 0 | $344K |
| 9 | 01034 | Granville | 83 | B | 0 | $331K |
| 10 | 01071 | Russell | 83 | B | 1 | $287K |
| 11 | 01079 | Thorndike | 83 | B | 0 | $283K |
| 12 | 01080 | Three Rivers | 83 | B | 0 | $255K |
| 13 | 01081 | Wales | 83 | B | 1 | $275K |
| 14 | 01090 | West Springfield | 83 | B | 0 | — |
| 15 | 01086 | Westfield | 82 | B | 4 (1 health) | — |
| 16 | 01101 | Springfield | 82 | B | 2 (1 health) | — |
| 17 | 01102 | Springfield | 82 | B | 2 (1 health) | — |
| 18 | 01103 | Springfield | 82 | B | 2 (1 health) | $148K |
| 19 | 01104 | Springfield | 82 | B | 2 (1 health) | $211K |
| 20 | 01105 | Springfield | 82 | B | 2 (1 health) | $238K |
| 21 | 01107 | Springfield | 82 | B | 2 (1 health) | $216K |
| 22 | 01108 | Springfield | 82 | B | 2 (1 health) | $220K |
| 23 | 01109 | Springfield | 82 | B | 2 (1 health) | $203K |
| 24 | 01111 | Springfield | 82 | B | 2 (1 health) | — |
| 25 | 01115 | Springfield | 82 | B | 2 (1 health) | — |
| 26 | 01118 | Springfield | 82 | B | 2 (1 health) | $244K |
| 27 | 01119 | Springfield | 82 | B | 2 (1 health) | $223K |
| 28 | 01128 | Springfield | 82 | B | 2 (1 health) | $246K |
| 29 | 01129 | Springfield | 82 | B | 2 (1 health) | $239K |
| 30 | 01133 | Springfield | 82 | B | 2 (1 health) | — |
| 31 | 01138 | Springfield | 82 | B | 2 (1 health) | — |
| 32 | 01139 | Springfield | 82 | B | 2 (1 health) | — |
| 33 | 01144 | Springfield | 82 | B | 2 (1 health) | — |
| 34 | 01152 | Springfield | 82 | B | 2 (1 health) | — |
| 35 | 01199 | Springfield | 82 | B | 2 (1 health) | — |
| 36 | 01095 | Wilbraham | 81 | B | 0 | $383K |
| 37 | 01057 | Monson | 80 | B | 0 | $312K |
| 38 | 01077 | Southwick | 78 | B | 0 | $376K |
| 39 | 01089 | West Springfield | 78 | B | 0 | $308K |
| 40 | 01106 | Longmeadow | 78 | B | 5 (2 health) | $424K |
| 41 | 01036 | Hampden | 77 | B | 2 | $345K |
| 42 | 01116 | Longmeadow | 77 | B | 5 (2 health) | — |
| 43 | 01008 | Blandford | 76 | B | 2 | $280K |
| 44 | 01069 | Palmer | 75 | B | 2 (2 health) | $251K |
| 45 | 01011 | Chester | 74 | B | 3 (1 health) | $281K |
| 46 | 01041 | Holyoke | 73 | B | 0 | — |
| 47 | 01085 | Westfield | 72 | B | 4 (1 health) | $296K |
| 48 | 01001 | Agawam | 71 | B | 1 | $270K |
| 49 | 01040 | Holyoke | 68 | C | 0 | $255K |
| 50 | 01030 | Feeding Hills | 63 | C | 0 | $316K |
| 51 | 01056 | Ludlow | 63 | C | 0 | $304K |
| 52 | 01097 | Woronoco | 63 | C | 0 | — |
| 53 | 01521 | Holland | 63 | C | 0 | $289K |
| 54 | 01151 | Indian Orchard | 53 | D | 0 | $220K |
Recommended Buyer Guides for Hampden County
Filtered against federal data, fitted to local risks.
- Best Lead Paint Test Kits — 80.3% of homes built before 1978
- Best Under-Sink Reverse Osmosis Systems — Multi-contaminant removal at the kitchen tap
Deep Dive Reports
Detailed analysis for Hampden County, Massachusetts
Overview
Hampden County in Massachusetts covers 54 ZIP codes with an average Home Safety Score of B (79/100).
32 of 54 ZIP codes have recorded EPA violations. 29 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.