Adams County, Nebraska
8 ZIP codes · Avg score 59/100 · Grade C · Updated 2026-06-03
The systems supplying Adams County's 8 ZIP codes vary in performance — most meet minimum standards, but violations in select areas are on record.
How Adams County Compares
How Adams County Compares
Adams County scores 6 points below the Nebraska state average (65/100) and 9 points below the national average (68/100).
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-03
ZIP Code Risk Map
Water Quality Map: Adams County, Nebraska
Each dot represents a ZIP code. Color indicates water quality grade. Tap a dot for details.
Key Risk Factors
Health risk index: 13.3 (asthma 9.2%, diabetes 11.7%)
Estimated additional annual cost per homeowner: $895, driven primarily by energy_code_gap
Infrastructure: 0.432% avg pipe failure probability, 63% of ZIPs at high risk
74.9% of homes built before 1978 (lead paint era)
Violation History (2021–2025)
↑ Worsening trendEPA violation counts by year across Adams County water systems. Health-based shown in red, total in blue.
Peak year: 2024 with 9 violations. Past 5 years: 21 total (21 health-based). Health-based violations are rising versus the prior 2-year window — worth closer monitoring.
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: $895
Bar widths proportional to share of total annual risk cost. Source: compound risk model (FEMA, EPA, USGS).
Housing Age Distribution
13,705 housing units in Adams 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 Adams County
Remediation costs are relatively manageable for most homeowners in Adams 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 Adams 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 Adams County ranked by EPA violation count.
| # | Water System | Population | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | City of Hastings, | 24,927 | 2 |
| 2 | K & K Manufactured Home Community | 180 | 2 |
| 3 | Nebraskan Manufactured Home Community | 108 | 2 |
| 4 | Prosser, Village of | 76 | 2 |
| 5 | ROSELAND, VILLAGE OF | 250 | 0 |
8 total water systems serve Adams County.
All ZIP Codes in Adams County
8 ZIP codes tracked in Adams County.
| # | ZIP Code | City | Safety Score | Grade | Violations | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 68950 | Holstein | 66 | C | 0 | $108K |
| 2 | 68956 | Kenesaw | 66 | C | 0 | $184K |
| 3 | 68973 | Roseland | 66 | C | 0 | $165K |
| 4 | 68901 | Hastings | 62 | C | 1 (1 health) | $182K |
| 5 | 68902 | Hastings | 62 | C | 1 (1 health) | — |
| 6 | 68955 | Juniata | 57 | C | 0 | $255K |
| 7 | 68925 | Ayr | 53 | D | 0 | $173K |
| 8 | 68945 | Heartwell | 40 | D | 0 | $313K |
Recommended Buyer Guides for Adams County
Strictly editorial — no paid placements influence which guides appear; the selection draws on NSF certifications and EPA detection records for water systems serving this county.
- Best Lead Paint Test Kits — 74.9% of homes built before 1978
- Best Radon Test Kits — EPA Radon Zone 1 (highest risk) dominant in county
Deep Dive Reports
Detailed analysis for Adams County, Nebraska
Overview
Adams County in Nebraska covers 8 ZIP codes with an average Home Safety Score of C (59/100).
2 of 8 ZIP codes have recorded EPA violations. 2 health-based violations 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.