Livingston County, Missouri
6 ZIP codes · Avg score 76/100 · Grade B · Updated 2026-07-19
ZipCheckup grade for Livingston: B.
This ZIP looks solid, with a few items worth a quick check.
Covering 6 ZIP codes, Livingston County earns a high grade for tap water - most systems report zero health-based violations, and the overall compliance rate comfortably exceeds federal benchmarks.
How Livingston County Compares
How Livingston County Compares
Livingston County scores 7 points above the Missouri state average (69/100) and 8 points above the national average (68/100).
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-07-19
ZIP Code Risk Map
Water Quality Map: Livingston County, Missouri
Each dot represents a ZIP code. Color indicates water quality grade. Tap a dot for details.
Key Risk Factors
Health risk index: 14.9 (asthma 11%, diabetes 12.6%)
Estimated additional annual cost per homeowner: $848, driven primarily by flood
Infrastructure: 0.442% avg pipe failure probability, 83% of ZIPs at high risk
76% of homes built before 1978 (lead paint era)
Violation History (2024–2025)
→ Stable trendEPA violation counts by year across Livingston County water systems. Health-based shown in red, total in blue.
Peak year: 2024 with 3 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: $848
Bar widths proportional to share of total annual risk cost. Source: compound risk model (FEMA, EPA, USGS).
Housing Age Distribution
6,173 housing units in Livingston 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 Livingston County
Remediation costs are relatively manageable for most homeowners in Livingston 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 Livingston County residents
Black markers = national averages. Red = above national avg. Green = below. Source: CDC PLACES, Census ACS.
Water systems serving Livingston County
8 community water systems serving Livingston County.
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Show all 8 water systems
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11 total water systems serve Livingston County.
Systems with the most violations in Livingston County
3 water systems with recorded EPA violations.
- B
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All ZIP Codes in Livingston County
6 ZIP codes tracked in Livingston County.
| # | ZIP Code | City | Safety Score | Grade | Violations | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 64638 | Dawn | 83 | B | 1 | $175K |
| 2 | 64656 | Ludlow | 83 | B | 1 | $104K |
| 3 | 64635 | Chula | 81 | B | 1 | $126K |
| 4 | 64688 | Wheeling | 79 | B | 5 | $123K |
| 5 | 64601 | Chillicothe | 77 | B | 3 (1 health) | $145K |
| 6 | 64686 | Utica | 53 | D | 0 | $99K |
Recommended Buyer Guides for Livingston County
Editorial-only picks, screened against the EPA detections on file.
- Best Lead Paint Test Kits — 76% of homes built before 1978
- 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 Livingston County, Missouri
Overview
Livingston County in Missouri covers 6 ZIP codes with an average Home Safety Score of B (76/100).
5 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.