Wilkin County, Minnesota
6 ZIP codes · Avg score 57/100 · Grade C · Updated 2026-06-03
For most households in Wilkin County, the 6 tracked ZIP codes show adequate but uneven water quality.
How Wilkin County Compares
How Wilkin County Compares
Wilkin County scores 5 points below the Minnesota state average (62/100) and 11 points below the national average (68/100).
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-03
ZIP Code Risk Map
Water Quality Map: Wilkin County, Minnesota
Each dot represents a ZIP code. Color indicates water quality grade. Tap a dot for details.
Key Risk Factors
Health risk index: 13.9 (asthma 10.3%, diabetes 12.3%)
Estimated additional annual cost per homeowner: $1,878, driven primarily by flood
Infrastructure: 0.427% avg pipe failure probability, 67% of ZIPs at high risk
77% 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: $1,878
Bar widths proportional to share of total annual risk cost. Source: compound risk model (FEMA, EPA, USGS).
Housing Age Distribution
3,012 housing units in Wilkin 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 Wilkin County
Remediation costs are relatively manageable for most homeowners in Wilkin 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 Wilkin 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 Wilkin County ranked by EPA violation count.
| # | Water System | Population | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Campbell | 159 | 2 |
| 2 | Wolverton | 124 | 2 |
| 3 | Kent | 63 | 1 |
| 4 | Rothsay | 503 | 1 |
| 5 | Breckenridge | 3,340 | 0 |
All ZIP Codes in Wilkin County
6 ZIP codes tracked in Wilkin County.
| # | ZIP Code | City | Safety Score | Grade | Violations | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 56594 | Wolverton | 69 | C | 2 | $207K |
| 2 | 56553 | Kent | 62 | C | 1 | — |
| 3 | 56579 | Rothsay | 62 | C | 1 | $211K |
| 4 | 56522 | Campbell | 56 | C | 2 | $147K |
| 5 | 56520 | Breckenridge | 55 | C | 0 | $153K |
| 6 | 56543 | Foxhome | 40 | D | 0 | $138K |
Recommended Buyer Guides for Wilkin County
Federal and certification sources drive the ordering: EPA monitoring data, NSF certifications, FEMA flood maps, and CDC lead guidance — guides surface only when county data warrants them.
- Best Lead Paint Test Kits — 77% of homes built before 1978
- 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 Wilkin County, Minnesota
Overview
Wilkin County in Minnesota covers 6 ZIP codes with an average Home Safety Score of C (57/100).
4 of 6 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.