Newaygo County, Michigan
9 ZIP codes · Avg score 79/100 · Grade B · Updated 2026-07-19
ZipCheckup grade for Newaygo: B.
This ZIP looks solid, with a few items worth a quick check.
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
How Newaygo County Compares
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: 2026-07-19
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.
Key Risk Factors
Health risk index: 15.1 (asthma 11.7%, diabetes 13.1%)
Estimated additional annual cost per homeowner: $1,013, driven primarily by flood
Infrastructure: 0.359% avg pipe failure probability, 22% of ZIPs at high risk
63% 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: $1,013
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
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
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
Black markers = national averages. Red = above national avg. Green = below. Source: CDC PLACES, Census ACS.
Water systems serving Newaygo County
7 community water systems serving Newaygo County.
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Systems with the most violations in Newaygo County
4 water systems with recorded EPA violations.
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All ZIP Codes in Newaygo County
9 ZIP codes tracked in Newaygo County.
| # | ZIP Code | City | Safety Score | Grade | Violations | Home Value |
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| 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.
- Best Lead Paint Test Kits — 63% 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 Newaygo County, Michigan
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
- Water quality: EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS)
- Home values: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (median estimates by ZCTA)
Updated daily.