COUNTY REPORT MI

Missaukee County, Michigan

4 ZIP codes · Avg score 70/100 · Grade B · Updated 2026-06-03

Recent water monitoring in Missaukee County shows 4 ZIP codes with consistently safe results.

How Missaukee County Compares

Missaukee County70/100
Michigan avg74/100
National avg68/100

How Missaukee County Compares

B
County Grade
70/100
Avg Safety Score
4
ZIP Codes
2
Water Systems

Missaukee County scores 4 points below the Michigan state average (74/100) and 2 points above the national average (68/100).

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

B
County Grade
70
Avg Safety Score
4
ZIP Codes
Best ZIP: 49651 (82/100)
Lowest ZIP: 49667 (66/100)
$131K
Median Home Value

Key Risk Factors

Health risk index: 14.1 (asthma 11.3%, diabetes 12.1%)

Estimated additional annual cost per homeowner: $435, driven primarily by energy_code_gap

Infrastructure: 0.377% avg pipe failure probability

67% of homes built before 1978 (lead paint era)

County Health Indicators vs National Average

Asthma 11.3% (national: 8.9%)
Diabetes 12.1% (national: 10.5%)
Obesity 36.3% (national: 32.4%)

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

Infrastructure Overview

1973
Median Build Year
67%
Pre-1978 Housing
38%
Pipe Failure Probability
0%
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: $435

Energy Code Gap $203/yr
Underground Tanks $120/yr
Water / Lead $113/yr

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

Housing Age Distribution

6,249 housing units in Missaukee County

Pre-1940 10%
1940–1959 12%
1960–1979 33%
1980–1999 32%
2000+ 13%

Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS B25034 (Year Structure Built).

Health Outcomes vs National Average

CDC PLACES data for Missaukee County residents

Asthma 11.3% (US avg: 8.9%)
Diabetes 12.1% (US avg: 11%)
Obesity 36.3% (US avg: 32.4%)

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

All ZIP Codes in Missaukee County

4 ZIP codes tracked in Missaukee County.

# ZIP Code City Safety Score Grade Violations Home Value
1 49651 Lake City 82 B 6 $165K
2 48175 Salem 66 C 0
3 49632 Falmouth 66 C 0 $125K
4 49667 Merritt 66 C 0 $131K

Recommended Buyer Guides for Missaukee County

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Overview

Missaukee County in Michigan covers 4 ZIP codes with an average Home Safety Score of B (70/100).

1 of 4 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 Missaukee County?
Missaukee County receives a grade of B, indicating generally safe tap water across its 4 ZIP codes.
How many water systems serve Missaukee County?
Missaukee County is served by 2 public water systems that supply drinking water to residents across 4 ZIP codes.
What is the biggest environmental risk in Missaukee County?
The primary environmental risk factor in Missaukee County is energy_code_gap. This contributes to an estimated additional annual cost of $435 per homeowner.
How old are homes in Missaukee County?
The median home build year in Missaukee County is 1973. 67% of homes were built before 1978, which means they may contain lead-based paint and older plumbing materials.
How does Missaukee County compare to Michigan?
Missaukee County has an average water safety score of 70/100, which is below the Michigan state average of 74/100.

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