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Newaygo County, Michigan

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

Although county size varies, Newaygo County's 9 ZIP codes share reliably safe tap water records and above-average compliance scores.

How Newaygo County Compares

Newaygo County79/100
Michigan avg74/100
National avg68/100

How Newaygo County Compares

B
County Grade
79/100
Avg Safety Score
9
ZIP Codes
7
Water Systems

Newaygo 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
9
ZIP Codes
Best ZIP: 49413 (99/100)
Lowest ZIP: 49459 (66/100)
$185K
Median Home Value
$1,900
Avg Remediation (103% of home value)

ZIP Code Risk Map

Water Quality Map: Newaygo 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: 15.1 (asthma 11.7%, diabetes 13.1%)

Estimated additional annual cost per homeowner: $880, driven primarily by flood

Infrastructure: 0.353% avg pipe failure probability, 11% of ZIPs at high risk

63% of homes built before 1978 (lead paint era)

County Health Indicators vs National Average

Asthma 11.7% (national: 8.9%)
Diabetes 13.1% (national: 10.5%)
Obesity 39.6% (national: 32.4%)

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

Infrastructure Overview

1975
Median Build Year
63%
Pre-1978 Housing
35%
Pipe Failure Probability
11%
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: $880

Flood $333/yr
Energy Code Gap $270/yr
Water / Lead $161/yr

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

Housing Age Distribution

21,340 housing units in Newaygo County

Pre-1940 11%
1940–1959 16%
1960–1979 27%
1980–1999 31%
2000+ 14%

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 Newaygo County

$185K
Median Home Value
$1,900
Est. Remediation Cost
1.0%
of Home Value
Remediation as % of home value low burden

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

Asthma 11.7% (US avg: 8.9%)
Diabetes 13.1% (US avg: 11%)
Obesity 39.6% (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 Newaygo County ranked by EPA violation count.

# Water System Population Violations
1 Newaygo 2,571 13
2 GRANT 894 11
3 Hess Lake Rv and Mobile Home Park 160 7
4 Sheridan Estates 65 4
5 FREMONT 4,516 2

7 total water systems serve Newaygo County.

All ZIP Codes in Newaygo County

9 ZIP codes tracked in Newaygo County.

# ZIP Code City Safety Score Grade Violations Home Value
1 49413 Fremont 99 A 1
2 49412 Fremont 95 A 1 $181K
3 49349 White Cloud 87 A 2 $139K
4 49337 Newaygo 83 B 7 (2 health) $191K
5 49327 Grant 82 B 4 $190K
6 49303 Bailey 66 C 0 $190K
7 49312 Brohman 66 C 0 $123K
8 49318 Casnovia 66 C 0 $215K
9 49459 Walkerville 66 C 0 $98K

Recommended Buyer Guides for Newaygo County

Where county records show a lead exceedance or pre-1978 housing concentration, lead-specific filters and test kits move toward the top of the list.

Overview

Newaygo County in Michigan covers 9 ZIP codes with an average Home Safety Score of B (79/100).

5 of 9 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 Newaygo County?
Newaygo County receives a grade of B, indicating generally safe tap water across its 9 ZIP codes.
How many water systems serve Newaygo County?
Newaygo County is served by 7 public water systems that supply drinking water to residents across 9 ZIP codes.
What is the biggest environmental risk in Newaygo County?
The primary environmental risk factor in Newaygo County is flood. This contributes to an estimated additional annual cost of $880 per homeowner.
How old are homes in Newaygo County?
The median home build year in Newaygo County is 1975. 63% of homes were built before 1978, which means they may contain lead-based paint and older plumbing materials.
How does Newaygo County compare to Michigan?
Newaygo County has an average water safety score of 79/100, which is above the Michigan state average of 74/100.

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