COUNTY REPORT MI

Huron County, Michigan

13 ZIP codes · Avg score 86/100 · Grade A · Updated 2026-06-03

In recent assessments, Huron County's 13 ZIP codes record strong, consistent water safety outcomes.

How Huron County Compares

Huron County86/100
Michigan avg74/100
National avg68/100

How Huron County Compares

A
County Grade
86/100
Avg Safety Score
13
ZIP Codes
16
Water Systems

Huron County scores 12 points above the Michigan state average (74/100) and 18 points above the national average (68/100).

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

A
County Grade
86
Avg Safety Score
13
ZIP Codes
Best ZIP: 48413 (99/100)
Lowest ZIP: 48445 (66/100)
$142K
Median Home Value
$1,350
Avg Remediation (95% of home value)

ZIP Code Risk Map

Water Quality Map: Huron County, Michigan

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

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Key Risk Factors

Health risk index: 15.8 (asthma 11.5%, diabetes 14.3%)

Estimated additional annual cost per homeowner: $1,045, driven primarily by energy_code_gap

Infrastructure: 0.408% avg pipe failure probability, 62% of ZIPs at high risk

75.4% of homes built before 1978 (lead paint era)

County Health Indicators vs National Average

Asthma 11.5% (national: 8.9%)
Diabetes 14.3% (national: 10.5%)
Obesity 38.6% (national: 32.4%)

Black markers indicate national averages. Source: CDC PLACES, Census ACS.

Infrastructure Overview

1965
Median Build Year
75.4%
Pre-1978 Housing
41%
Pipe Failure Probability
62%
ZIPs at High Infra Risk
High
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: $1,045

Energy Code Gap $457/yr
Water / Lead $323/yr
Flood $185/yr

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

Housing Age Distribution

20,262 housing units in Huron County

Pre-1940 19%
1940–1959 23%
1960–1979 26%
1980–1999 21%
2000+ 11%

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 Huron County

$142K
Median Home Value
$1,350
Est. Remediation Cost
0.9%
of Home Value
Remediation as % of home value low burden

Remediation costs are relatively manageable for most homeowners in Huron 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 Huron County residents

Asthma 11.5% (US avg: 8.9%)
Diabetes 14.3% (US avg: 11%)
Obesity 38.6% (US avg: 32.4%)

Black markers = national averages. Red = above national avg. Green = below. Source: CDC PLACES, Census ACS.

Water Systems with Most Violations

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

# Water System Population Violations
1 Caseville Township 2,005 4
2 Sebewaing Light & Water 1,721 3
3 Owendale, Village of 241 3
4 Huron Regional Water Authority 2
5 PIGEON, VILLAGE OF 1,208 2

16 total water systems serve Huron County.

All ZIP Codes in Huron County

13 ZIP codes tracked in Huron County.

# ZIP Code City Safety Score Grade Violations Home Value
1 48413 Bad Axe 99 A 1 $143K
2 48475 Ubly 97 A 1 $159K
3 48754 Owendale 96 A 3 $108K
4 48441 Harbor Beach 95 A 0 $148K
5 48467 Port Austin 95 A 1 $157K
6 48731 Elkton 95 A 0 $106K
7 48725 Caseville 94 A 2 $168K
8 48468 Port Hope 91 A 1 $120K
9 48755 Pigeon 84 B 2 $160K
10 48720 Bay Port 73 B 0 $119K
11 48759 Sebewaing 67 C 0 $116K
12 48432 Filion 66 C 0 $142K
13 48445 Kinde 66 C 0 $118K

Recommended Buyer Guides for Huron County

Federal and certification sources drive the ordering: EPA monitoring data, NSF certifications, FEMA flood maps, and CDC lead guidance — guides surface only when county data warrants them.

Overview

Huron County in Michigan covers 13 ZIP codes with an average Home Safety Score of A (86/100).

7 of 13 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 Huron County?
Huron County receives a grade of A, indicating generally safe tap water across its 13 ZIP codes.
How many water systems serve Huron County?
Huron County is served by 16 public water systems that supply drinking water to residents across 13 ZIP codes.
What is the biggest environmental risk in Huron County?
The primary environmental risk factor in Huron County is energy_code_gap. This contributes to an estimated additional annual cost of $1,045 per homeowner.
How old are homes in Huron County?
The median home build year in Huron County is 1965. 75.4% of homes were built before 1978, which means they may contain lead-based paint and older plumbing materials.
How does Huron County compare to Michigan?
Huron County has an average water safety score of 86/100, which is above the Michigan state average of 74/100.

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