Muskegon County, Michigan
15 ZIP codes · Avg score 87/100 · Grade A · Updated 2026-06-03
Water utilities serving Muskegon County's 15 ZIP codes have built a consistent compliance record — the county's above-average grade reflects years of data showing low violation rates and no systemic health concerns.
How Muskegon County Compares
How Muskegon County Compares
Muskegon County scores 13 points above the Michigan state average (74/100) and 19 points above the national average (68/100).
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-03
ZIP Code Risk Map
Water Quality Map: Muskegon 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 12%, diabetes 12.5%)
Estimated additional annual cost per homeowner: $1,187, driven primarily by flood
Infrastructure: 0.388% avg pipe failure probability, 43% of ZIPs at high risk
65.1% 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: $1,187
Bar widths proportional to share of total annual risk cost. Source: compound risk model (FEMA, EPA, USGS).
Housing Age Distribution
76,272 housing units in Muskegon 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 Muskegon County
Remediation costs are relatively manageable for most homeowners in Muskegon 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 Muskegon 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 Muskegon County ranked by EPA violation count.
| # | Water System | Population | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | RAVENNA | 1,219 | 4 |
| 2 | Whitehall | 2,902 | 4 |
| 3 | Edgewood Mobile Home Park | 162 | 4 |
| 4 | Butterfield Woods Subdivision | 65 | 4 |
| 5 | Pine Island Lake Rec Park | 75 | 1 |
22 total water systems serve Muskegon County.
All ZIP Codes in Muskegon County
15 ZIP codes tracked in Muskegon County.
| # | ZIP Code | City | Safety Score | Grade | Violations | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 49440 | Muskegon | 98 | A | 0 | $163K |
| 2 | 49443 | Muskegon | 98 | A | 0 | — |
| 3 | 49425 | Holton | 95 | A | 1 | $166K |
| 4 | 49442 | Muskegon | 94 | A | 0 | $116K |
| 5 | 49461 | Whitehall | 94 | A | 4 (1 health) | $246K |
| 6 | 49451 | Ravenna | 93 | A | 4 | $197K |
| 7 | 49441 | Muskegon | 89 | A | 0 | $194K |
| 8 | 49444 | Muskegon | 89 | A | 0 | $159K |
| 9 | 49445 | Muskegon | 89 | A | 0 | $210K |
| 10 | 49437 | Montague | 88 | A | 1 | $201K |
| 11 | 49457 | Twin Lake | 88 | A | 0 | $194K |
| 12 | 49415 | Fruitport | 77 | B | 0 | $231K |
| 13 | 49403 | Conklin | 73 | B | 0 | $259K |
| 14 | 49452 | Rothbury | 73 | B | 0 | $115K |
| 15 | 49463 | Sylvan Beach | 66 | C | 0 | — |
Recommended Buyer Guides for Muskegon County
Retailer arrangements don't shape what appears here — the selection logic is independent, filtered against EPA detections and the federal hazard data on file for this county.
- Best Lead Paint Test Kits — 65.1% of homes built before 1978
- Best Sump Pumps — Flood is the top compound risk factor
- Best Mold Test Kits — Flood-driven moisture and mold risk
Deep Dive Reports
Detailed analysis for Muskegon County, Michigan
Overview
Muskegon County in Michigan covers 15 ZIP codes with an average Home Safety Score of A (87/100).
4 of 15 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.