Tuscola County, Michigan
16 ZIP codes · Avg score 83/100 · Grade B · Updated 2026-06-03
Unlike many counties its size, Tuscola County keeps violation rates low — all 16 ZIP codes score at or above the state average for tap water safety, with no systemic concerns flagged in the current data set.
How Tuscola County Compares
How Tuscola County Compares
Tuscola County scores 9 points above the Michigan state average (74/100) and 15 points above the national average (68/100).
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-03
ZIP Code Risk Map
Water Quality Map: Tuscola 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 11.6%, diabetes 13%)
Estimated additional annual cost per homeowner: $995, driven primarily by energy_code_gap
Infrastructure: 0.407% avg pipe failure probability, 53% of ZIPs at high risk
75.4% 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: $995
Bar widths proportional to share of total annual risk cost. Source: compound risk model (FEMA, EPA, USGS).
Housing Age Distribution
25,348 housing units in Tuscola 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 Tuscola County
Remediation costs are relatively manageable for most homeowners in Tuscola 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 Tuscola 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 Tuscola County ranked by EPA violation count.
| # | Water System | Population | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Akron | 402 | 6 |
| 2 | Cass City, Village of | 2,428 | 6 |
| 3 | Gagetown, Village of | 388 | 6 |
| 4 | City of Caro, | 5,029 | 5 |
| 5 | Mayville, Village of | 950 | 5 |
12 total water systems serve Tuscola County.
All ZIP Codes in Tuscola County
16 ZIP codes tracked in Tuscola County.
| # | ZIP Code | City | Safety Score | Grade | Violations | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 48769 | Vassar | 99 | A | 1 | — |
| 2 | 48735 | Gagetown | 98 | A | 3 | $118K |
| 3 | 48746 | Millington | 98 | A | 2 | $166K |
| 4 | 48757 | Reese | 95 | A | 0 | $173K |
| 5 | 48723 | Caro | 90 | A | 5 | $131K |
| 6 | 48767 | Unionville | 90 | A | 0 | $127K |
| 7 | 48744 | Mayville | 87 | A | 2 | $142K |
| 8 | 48741 | Kingston | 86 | A | 2 | $146K |
| 9 | 48768 | Vassar | 85 | A | 1 | $138K |
| 10 | 48726 | Cass City | 84 | B | 3 | $121K |
| 11 | 48701 | Akron | 83 | B | 6 | $98K |
| 12 | 48435 | Fostoria | 73 | B | 0 | $142K |
| 13 | 48710 | University Center | 66 | C | 0 | — |
| 14 | 48729 | Deford | 66 | C | 0 | $147K |
| 15 | 48760 | Silverwood | 66 | C | 0 | $151K |
| 16 | 48733 | Fairgrove | 65 | C | 0 | $100K |
Recommended Buyer Guides for Tuscola County
Filtered against EPA monitoring data and CDC lead-exposure guidance, the guides below skip the generic catalog and connect directly to the contaminants and hazards on file here.
- Best Lead Paint Test Kits — 75.4% of homes built before 1978
Deep Dive Reports
Detailed analysis for Tuscola County, Michigan
Overview
Tuscola County in Michigan covers 16 ZIP codes with an average Home Safety Score of B (83/100).
9 of 16 ZIP codes have recorded EPA violations. All violations are monitoring/reporting type.
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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.