Morrison County, Minnesota
12 ZIP codes · Avg score 73/100 · Grade B · Updated 2026-06-03
In current tracking cycles, Morrison County — spanning 12 ZIP codes — records above-average water quality outcomes; the county's compliance history over recent years shows few departures from federal standards.
How Morrison County Compares
How Morrison County Compares
Morrison County scores 11 points above the Minnesota state average (62/100) and 5 points above the national average (68/100).
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-03
ZIP Code Risk Map
Water Quality Map: Morrison County, Minnesota
Each dot represents a ZIP code. Color indicates water quality grade. Tap a dot for details.
Key Risk Factors
Health risk index: 13.7 (asthma 10.3%, diabetes 12%)
Estimated additional annual cost per homeowner: $1,092, driven primarily by energy_code_gap
Infrastructure: 0.376% avg pipe failure probability, 30% of ZIPs at high risk
64.6% 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: $1,092
Bar widths proportional to share of total annual risk cost. Source: compound risk model (FEMA, EPA, USGS).
Housing Age Distribution
16,119 housing units in Morrison 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 Morrison County
Remediation costs are relatively manageable for most homeowners in Morrison 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 Morrison 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 Morrison County ranked by EPA violation count.
| # | Water System | Population | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Bowlus | 280 | 2 |
| 2 | Swanville | 329 | 2 |
| 3 | Rich Prairie Sewer and Water District | 1,500 | 2 |
| 4 | Buckman | 309 | 0 |
| 5 | Little Falls | 9,069 | 0 |
11 total water systems serve Morrison County.
All ZIP Codes in Morrison County
12 ZIP codes tracked in Morrison County.
| # | ZIP Code | City | Safety Score | Grade | Violations | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 56317 | Buckman | 83 | B | 0 | — |
| 2 | 56373 | Royalton | 83 | B | 0 | $267K |
| 3 | 56384 | Upsala | 83 | B | 0 | $135K |
| 4 | 56475 | Randall | 83 | B | 0 | $210K |
| 5 | 56314 | Bowlus | 82 | B | 2 (1 health) | $260K |
| 6 | 56345 | Little Falls | 78 | B | 0 | $228K |
| 7 | 56466 | Motley | 78 | B | 0 | $217K |
| 8 | 56364 | Pierz | 75 | B | 2 | $240K |
| 9 | 56382 | Swanville | 71 | B | 2 | $241K |
| 10 | 56328 | Flensburg | 53 | D | 0 | $182K |
| 11 | 56344 | Lastrup | 53 | D | 0 | — |
| 12 | 56443 | Cushing | 53 | D | 0 | $351K |
Recommended Buyer Guides for Morrison County
Four sources — EPA, NSF, FEMA, CDC — drive the match.
- Best Lead Paint Test Kits — 64.6% of homes built before 1978
Deep Dive Reports
Detailed analysis for Morrison County, Minnesota
Overview
Morrison County in Minnesota covers 12 ZIP codes with an average Home Safety Score of B (73/100).
3 of 12 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.