COUNTY REPORT MI

Presque Isle County, Michigan

7 ZIP codes · Avg score 69/100 · Grade C · Updated 2026-06-03

Although much of Presque Isle County meets baseline standards, some of its 7 ZIP codes show violations that merit closer attention.

How Presque Isle County Compares

Presque Isle County69/100
Michigan avg74/100
National avg68/100

How Presque Isle County Compares

C
County Grade
69/100
Avg Safety Score
7
ZIP Codes
5
Water Systems

Presque Isle County scores 5 points below the Michigan state average (74/100) and 1 points above the national average (68/100).

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

C
County Grade
69
Avg Safety Score
7
ZIP Codes
Best ZIP: 49776 (83/100)
Lowest ZIP: 49792 (53/100)
$127K
Median Home Value
$657
Avg Remediation (52% of home value)

ZIP Code Risk Map

Water Quality Map: Presque Isle 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: 16.7 (asthma 11.4%, diabetes 15.5%)

Estimated additional annual cost per homeowner: $581, driven primarily by energy_code_gap

Infrastructure: 0.377% avg pipe failure probability, 17% of ZIPs at high risk

68.5% of homes built before 1978 (lead paint era)

County Health Indicators vs National Average

Asthma 11.4% (national: 8.9%)
Diabetes 15.5% (national: 10.5%)
Obesity 40.9% (national: 32.4%)

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

Infrastructure Overview

1974
Median Build Year
68.5%
Pre-1978 Housing
38%
Pipe Failure Probability
17%
ZIPs at High Infra Risk
High
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: $581

Energy Code Gap $309/yr
Water / Lead $164/yr
Underground Tanks $80/yr

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

Housing Age Distribution

10,755 housing units in Presque Isle County

Pre-1940 14%
1940–1959 20%
1960–1979 29%
1980–1999 24%
2000+ 13%

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 Presque Isle County

$127K
Median Home Value
$657
Est. Remediation Cost
0.5%
of Home Value
Remediation as % of home value low burden

Remediation costs are relatively manageable for most homeowners in Presque Isle 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 Presque Isle County residents

Asthma 11.4% (US avg: 8.9%)
Diabetes 15.5% (US avg: 11%)
Obesity 40.9% (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 Presque Isle County ranked by EPA violation count.

# Water System Population Violations
1 Millersburg, Village of 206 1
2 City of Onaway, 880 1
3 ROGERS CITY, CITY OF 2,827 0
4 Posen, Village of 234 0
5 Charter Township of Alpena 5,839 0

All ZIP Codes in Presque Isle County

7 ZIP codes tracked in Presque Isle County.

# ZIP Code City Safety Score Grade Violations Home Value
1 49776 Posen 83 B 0 $124K
2 49779 Rogers City 83 B 0 $110K
3 49759 Millersburg 81 B 1 $165K
4 49765 Onaway 75 B 1 $114K
5 49743 Hawks 53 D 0 $130K
6 49777 Presque Isle 53 D 0 $221K
7 49792 Tower 53 D 0

Recommended Buyer Guides for Presque Isle County

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Overview

Presque Isle County in Michigan covers 7 ZIP codes with an average Home Safety Score of C (69/100).

2 of 7 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 Presque Isle County?
Presque Isle County receives a grade of C. Some ZIP codes have recorded violations and residents in affected areas may want to test their water.
How many water systems serve Presque Isle County?
Presque Isle County is served by 5 public water systems that supply drinking water to residents across 7 ZIP codes.
What is the biggest environmental risk in Presque Isle County?
The primary environmental risk factor in Presque Isle County is energy_code_gap. This contributes to an estimated additional annual cost of $581 per homeowner.
How old are homes in Presque Isle County?
The median home build year in Presque Isle County is 1974. 68.5% of homes were built before 1978, which means they may contain lead-based paint and older plumbing materials.
How does Presque Isle County compare to Michigan?
Presque Isle County has an average water safety score of 69/100, which is below the Michigan state average of 74/100.

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