Gogebic County, Michigan
6 ZIP codes · Avg score 80/100 · Grade B · Updated 2026-06-03
The 6 water systems serving Gogebic County show strong compliance with federal drinking water standards.
How Gogebic County Compares
How Gogebic County Compares
Gogebic County scores 6 points above the Michigan state average (74/100) and 12 points above the national average (68/100).
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-03
ZIP Code Risk Map
Water Quality Map: Gogebic County, Michigan
Each dot represents a ZIP code. Color indicates water quality grade. Tap a dot for details.
Key Risk Factors
Health risk index: 16.2 (asthma 11.5%, diabetes 15.2%)
Estimated additional annual cost per homeowner: $1,098, driven primarily by energy_code_gap
Infrastructure: 0.43% avg pipe failure probability, 67% of ZIPs at high risk
80.5% 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: $1,098
Bar widths proportional to share of total annual risk cost. Source: compound risk model (FEMA, EPA, USGS).
Housing Age Distribution
10,590 housing units in Gogebic 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 Gogebic County
Remediation costs are relatively manageable for most homeowners in Gogebic 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 Gogebic 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 Gogebic County ranked by EPA violation count.
| # | Water System | Population | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Bessemer | 1,619 | 4 |
| 2 | Gogebic Range Water Authority | 177 | 4 |
| 3 | Ironwood | 5,387 | 2 |
| 4 | Ironwood Township | 474 | 2 |
| 5 | Bessemer Township | 551 | 1 |
8 total water systems serve Gogebic County.
All ZIP Codes in Gogebic County
6 ZIP codes tracked in Gogebic County.
| # | ZIP Code | City | Safety Score | Grade | Violations | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 49947 | Marenisco | 83 | B | 0 | $194K |
| 2 | 49959 | Ramsay | 83 | B | 1 | $48K |
| 3 | 49938 | Ironwood | 82 | B | 2 (1 health) | $96K |
| 4 | 49968 | Wakefield | 81 | B | 1 | $79K |
| 5 | 49911 | Bessemer | 80 | B | 4 | $110K |
| 6 | 49969 | Watersmeet | 72 | B | 1 | $246K |
Recommended Buyer Guides for Gogebic County
Editorial methodology pairs each documented risk in this county with the buyer category that addresses it, drawing on water-quality detections, housing-stock lead exposure, EPA Radon Zone designation, and FEMA flood and wildfire ratings. NSF-certified options surface where applicable, and products that match the specific contaminant take priority.
- Best Lead Paint Test Kits — 80.5% of homes built before 1978
Deep Dive Reports
Detailed analysis for Gogebic County, Michigan
Overview
Gogebic County in Michigan covers 6 ZIP codes with an average Home Safety Score of B (80/100).
5 of 6 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.