Scott County, Minnesota
6 ZIP codes · Avg score 65/100 · Grade C · Updated 2026-06-03
Within Scott County, 6 tracked ZIP codes reveal moderate water quality — national standards are generally met, with some documented exceptions.
How Scott County Compares
How Scott County Compares
Scott County scores 3 points above the Minnesota state average (62/100) and 3 points below the national average (68/100).
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-03
ZIP Code Risk Map
Water Quality Map: Scott County, Minnesota
Each dot represents a ZIP code. Color indicates water quality grade. Tap a dot for details.
Key Risk Factors
Health risk index: 10.9 (asthma 9.5%, diabetes 9.4%)
Estimated additional annual cost per homeowner: $945, driven primarily by flood
Infrastructure: 0.28% avg pipe failure probability
35% of homes built before 1978 (lead paint era)
Violation History (2023–2024)
→ Stable trendEPA violation counts by year across Scott County water systems. Health-based shown in red, total in blue.
Peak year: 2023 with 2 violations. Past 5 years: 4 total (4 health-based).
Source: EPA SDWIS historical violations. Data may lag 6–12 months for the most recent year.
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: $945
Bar widths proportional to share of total annual risk cost. Source: compound risk model (FEMA, EPA, USGS).
Housing Age Distribution
53,346 housing units in Scott 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 Scott County
Remediation costs are relatively manageable for most homeowners in Scott 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 Scott 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 Scott County ranked by EPA violation count.
| # | Water System | Population | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Prior Lake | 25,282 | 3 |
| 2 | Shakopee | 47,000 | 2 |
| 3 | Westridge Lake Estates | 180 | 2 |
| 4 | Bonnevista Terrace Mobile Home Park | 579 | 2 |
| 5 | Mobile Manor Mobile Home Park | 197 | 2 |
13 total water systems serve Scott County.
All ZIP Codes in Scott County
6 ZIP codes tracked in Scott County.
| # | ZIP Code | City | Safety Score | Grade | Violations | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 56011 | Belle Plaine | 70 | B | 0 | $296K |
| 2 | 55378 | Savage | 66 | C | 1 (1 health) | $394K |
| 3 | 55352 | Jordan | 65 | C | 1 | $380K |
| 4 | 56071 | New Prague | 65 | C | 0 | $373K |
| 5 | 55379 | Shakopee | 64 | C | 2 | $366K |
| 6 | 55372 | Prior Lake | 60 | C | 0 | $450K |
Recommended Buyer Guides for Scott 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 Radon Test Kits — EPA Radon Zone 1 (highest risk) dominant in county
- 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 Scott County, Minnesota
Overview
Scott County in Minnesota covers 6 ZIP codes with an average Home Safety Score of C (65/100).
3 of 6 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.