Emmet County, Michigan
13 ZIP codes · Avg score 59/100 · Grade C · Updated 2026-06-03
Within Emmet County, safety data across 13 ZIP codes suggests a fair but uneven system — violations are present and worth checking at the ZIP level.
How Emmet County Compares
How Emmet County Compares
Emmet County scores 15 points below the Michigan state average (74/100) and 9 points below the national average (68/100).
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-03
ZIP Code Risk Map
Water Quality Map: Emmet County, Michigan
Each dot represents a ZIP code. Color indicates water quality grade. Tap a dot for details.
Key Risk Factors
Health risk index: 13.7 (asthma 11.1%, diabetes 11.9%)
Estimated additional annual cost per homeowner: $411, driven primarily by energy_code_gap
Infrastructure: 0.36% avg pipe failure probability, 22% of ZIPs at high risk
54.3% 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: $411
Bar widths proportional to share of total annual risk cost. Source: compound risk model (FEMA, EPA, USGS).
Housing Age Distribution
22,644 housing units in Emmet 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 Emmet County
Remediation costs are relatively manageable for most homeowners in Emmet 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 Emmet 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 Emmet County ranked by EPA violation count.
| # | Water System | Population | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | El Rancho Alanson | 274 | 6 |
| 2 | Homestead Pines Homeowners' Association | 84 | 6 |
| 3 | Artesian Springs Rv Resort | 61 | 6 |
| 4 | Mackinaw City, Village of | 897 | 5 |
| 5 | Town and Country Mhp | 85 | 5 |
16 total water systems serve Emmet County.
All ZIP Codes in Emmet County
13 ZIP codes tracked in Emmet County.
| # | ZIP Code | City | Safety Score | Grade | Violations | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 49740 | Harbor Springs | 83 | B | 1 | $333K |
| 2 | 49770 | Petoskey | 83 | B | 0 | $310K |
| 3 | 49701 | Mackinaw City | 76 | B | 5 | $217K |
| 4 | 49711 | Bay Shore | 53 | D | 0 | — |
| 5 | 49716 | Brutus | 53 | D | 0 | $252K |
| 6 | 49717 | Burt Lake | 53 | D | 0 | — |
| 7 | 49722 | Conway | 53 | D | 0 | $496K |
| 8 | 49723 | Cross Village | 53 | D | 0 | — |
| 9 | 49737 | Good Hart | 53 | D | 0 | — |
| 10 | 49764 | Oden | 53 | D | 0 | — |
| 11 | 49769 | Pellston | 53 | D | 0 | $153K |
| 12 | 49782 | Beaver Island | 53 | D | 0 | $322K |
| 13 | 49706 | Alanson | 49 | D | 6 (1 health) | $209K |
Recommended Buyer Guides for Emmet County
Editorial-only picks, screened against the EPA detections on file.
- Best Water Filters for Lead — Lead above EPA action level in 1 ZIP code
- Best Lead Paint Test Kits — 54.3% of homes built before 1978
- Best Under-Sink Reverse Osmosis Systems — Multi-contaminant removal at the kitchen tap
Deep Dive Reports
Detailed analysis for Emmet County, Michigan
Overview
Emmet County in Michigan covers 13 ZIP codes with an average Home Safety Score of C (59/100).
3 of 13 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.