Burt County, Nebraska
5 ZIP codes · Avg score 63/100 · Grade C · Updated 2026-06-03
In recent monitoring cycles, Burt County's 5 ZIP codes show a split record — several have documented water safety violations.
How Burt County Compares
How Burt County Compares
Burt County scores 2 points below the Nebraska state average (65/100) and 5 points below the national average (68/100).
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-03
ZIP Code Risk Map
Water Quality Map: Burt County, Nebraska
Each dot represents a ZIP code. Color indicates water quality grade. Tap a dot for details.
Key Risk Factors
Health risk index: 14.5 (asthma 9.2%, diabetes 13.1%)
Estimated additional annual cost per homeowner: $1,286, driven primarily by energy_code_gap
Infrastructure: 0.444% avg pipe failure probability, 100% of ZIPs at high risk
81.4% 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: $1,286
Bar widths proportional to share of total annual risk cost. Source: compound risk model (FEMA, EPA, USGS).
Housing Age Distribution
3,287 housing units in Burt 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 Burt County
Remediation costs are relatively manageable for most homeowners in Burt 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 Burt 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 Burt County ranked by EPA violation count.
| # | Water System | Population | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Craig, Village of | 199 | 1 |
| 2 | City of West Point, | 3,550 | 1 |
| 3 | Logan East Rural Water System | 3,000 | 1 |
| 4 | City of Oakland, | 1,300 | 1 |
| 5 | Wau Col Rws - East Side | 260 | 1 |
9 total water systems serve Burt County.
All ZIP Codes in Burt County
5 ZIP codes tracked in Burt County.
| # | ZIP Code | City | Safety Score | Grade | Violations | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 68038 | Lyons | 66 | C | 0 | $115K |
| 2 | 68020 | Decatur | 65 | C | 0 | $86K |
| 3 | 68045 | Oakland | 64 | C | 1 | $171K |
| 4 | 68061 | Tekamah | 60 | C | 0 | $124K |
| 5 | 68019 | Craig | 59 | C | 1 | $135K |
Recommended Buyer Guides for Burt County
Independent picks. EPA-grounded. Matched here.
- Best Lead Paint Test Kits — 81.4% of homes built before 1978
- Best Radon Test Kits — EPA Radon Zone 1 (highest risk) dominant in county
Deep Dive Reports
Detailed analysis for Burt County, Nebraska
Overview
Burt County in Nebraska covers 5 ZIP codes with an average Home Safety Score of C (63/100).
2 of 5 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)
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