COUNTY REPORT MI

Mackinac County, Michigan

6 ZIP codes · Avg score 79/100 · Grade B · Updated 2026-06-03

Covering 6 ZIP codes, Mackinac County earns a high grade for tap water — most systems report zero health-based violations, and the overall compliance rate comfortably exceeds federal benchmarks.

How Mackinac County Compares

Mackinac County79/100
Michigan avg74/100
National avg68/100

How Mackinac County Compares

B
County Grade
79/100
Avg Safety Score
6
ZIP Codes
3
Water Systems

Mackinac County scores 5 points above the Michigan state average (74/100) and 11 points above the national average (68/100).

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

B
County Grade
79
Avg Safety Score
6
ZIP Codes
Best ZIP: 49757 (99/100)
Lowest ZIP: 49838 (66/100)
$159K
Median Home Value
$900
Avg Remediation (56% of home value)

ZIP Code Risk Map

Water Quality Map: Mackinac County, Michigan

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

A B C D F

Key Risk Factors

Health risk index: 16.6 (asthma 11.9%, diabetes 16%)

Estimated additional annual cost per homeowner: $635, driven primarily by energy_code_gap

Infrastructure: 0.378% avg pipe failure probability, 33% of ZIPs at high risk

64.8% of homes built before 1978 (lead paint era)

County Health Indicators vs National Average

Asthma 11.9% (national: 8.9%)
Diabetes 16% (national: 10.5%)
Obesity 41.1% (national: 32.4%)

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

Infrastructure Overview

1972
Median Build Year
64.8%
Pre-1978 Housing
38%
Pipe Failure Probability
33%
ZIPs at High Infra Risk
Low
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: $635

Energy Code Gap $270/yr
Water / Lead $192/yr
Underground Tanks $107/yr

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

Housing Age Distribution

6,106 housing units in Mackinac County

Pre-1940 17%
1940–1959 17%
1960–1979 22%
1980–1999 28%
2000+ 16%

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 Mackinac County

$159K
Median Home Value
$900
Est. Remediation Cost
0.6%
of Home Value
Remediation as % of home value low burden

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

Asthma 11.9% (US avg: 8.9%)
Diabetes 16% (US avg: 11%)
Obesity 41.1% (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 3 systems in Mackinac County ranked by EPA violation count.

# Water System Population Violations
1 Mack. Company Housing-curtis 50 13
2 Mack. Company Housing-engadine 50 13
3 Mackinac Island 583 1

All ZIP Codes in Mackinac County

6 ZIP codes tracked in Mackinac County.

# ZIP Code City Safety Score Grade Violations Home Value
1 49757 Mackinac Island 99 A 1 $835K
2 49820 Curtis 97 A 13 (2 health) $105K
3 49781 Saint Ignace 73 B 0 $150K
4 49853 Mc Millan 73 B 0 $190K
5 49827 Engadine 66 C 0 $118K
6 49838 Gould City 66 C 0 $169K

Recommended Buyer Guides for Mackinac County

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Overview

Mackinac County in Michigan covers 6 ZIP codes with an average Home Safety Score of B (79/100).

2 of 6 ZIP codes have recorded EPA violations. 2 health-based violations have been documented.

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Data Sources

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is water safe in Mackinac County?
Mackinac County receives a grade of B, indicating generally safe tap water across its 6 ZIP codes.
How many water systems serve Mackinac County?
Mackinac County is served by 3 public water systems that supply drinking water to residents across 6 ZIP codes.
What is the biggest environmental risk in Mackinac County?
The primary environmental risk factor in Mackinac County is energy_code_gap. This contributes to an estimated additional annual cost of $635 per homeowner.
How old are homes in Mackinac County?
The median home build year in Mackinac County is 1972. 64.8% of homes were built before 1978, which means they may contain lead-based paint and older plumbing materials.
How does Mackinac County compare to Michigan?
Mackinac County has an average water safety score of 79/100, which is above the Michigan state average of 74/100.

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