Mecosta County, Michigan
9 ZIP codes · Avg score 75/100 · Grade B · Updated 2026-06-03
Across Mecosta County's 9 ZIP codes, EPA compliance data shows above-average performance — violation rates are minimal, none of the county's systems have triggered health-based MCL exceedances in recent cycles, and the county's scores have stayed above the national baseline across every recent reporting period.
How Mecosta County Compares
How Mecosta County Compares
Mecosta County scores 1 points above the Michigan state average (74/100) and 7 points above the national average (68/100).
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-03
ZIP Code Risk Map
Water Quality Map: Mecosta County, Michigan
Each dot represents a ZIP code. Color indicates water quality grade. Tap a dot for details.
Key Risk Factors
Health risk index: 14.6 (asthma 11.7%, diabetes 12.4%)
Estimated additional annual cost per homeowner: $711, driven primarily by energy_code_gap
Infrastructure: 0.341% avg pipe failure probability
56% of homes built before 1978 (lead paint era)
Violation History (2023–2024)
→ Stable trendEPA violation counts by year across Mecosta County water systems. Health-based shown in red, total in blue.
Peak year: 2024 with 5 violations. Past 5 years: 7 total (7 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: $711
Bar widths proportional to share of total annual risk cost. Source: compound risk model (FEMA, EPA, USGS).
Housing Age Distribution
20,157 housing units in Mecosta 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 Mecosta County
Remediation costs are relatively manageable for most homeowners in Mecosta 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 Mecosta 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 Mecosta County ranked by EPA violation count.
| # | Water System | Population | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Big Rapids | 10,403 | 3 |
| 2 | Haven View Mobile Court | 75 | 3 |
| 3 | Roseville Apartments | 32 | 3 |
| 4 | HOLIDAY TERRACE | 90 | 2 |
| 5 | Royal View Retirement Village | 80 | 2 |
6 total water systems serve Mecosta County.
All ZIP Codes in Mecosta County
9 ZIP codes tracked in Mecosta County.
| # | ZIP Code | City | Safety Score | Grade | Violations | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 49332 | Mecosta | 98 | A | 2 (1 health) | $177K |
| 2 | 49346 | Stanwood | 95 | A | 0 | $223K |
| 3 | 49307 | Big Rapids | 89 | A | 3 (1 health) | $180K |
| 4 | 49320 | Chippewa Lake | 66 | C | 0 | $121K |
| 5 | 49336 | Morley | 66 | C | 0 | $127K |
| 6 | 49338 | Paris | 66 | C | 0 | $153K |
| 7 | 49340 | Remus | 66 | C | 0 | $150K |
| 8 | 49342 | Rodney | 66 | C | 0 | $142K |
| 9 | 49305 | Barryton | 65 | C | 0 | $123K |
Recommended Buyer Guides for Mecosta 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.
- Best Lead Paint Test Kits — 56% of homes built before 1978
Deep Dive Reports
Detailed analysis for Mecosta County, Michigan
Overview
Mecosta County in Michigan covers 9 ZIP codes with an average Home Safety Score of B (75/100).
2 of 9 ZIP codes have recorded EPA violations. 2 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.