Cuming County, Nebraska
5 ZIP codes · Avg score 45/100 · Grade D · Updated 2026-06-03
Compared to state averages, Cuming County scores below the baseline — health violations appear more frequently than the norm across its 5 ZIP codes.
How Cuming County Compares
How Cuming County Compares
Cuming County scores 20 points below the Nebraska state average (65/100) and 23 points below the national average (68/100).
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-03
ZIP Code Risk Map
Water Quality Map: Cuming County, Nebraska
Each dot represents a ZIP code. Color indicates water quality grade. Tap a dot for details.
Key Risk Factors
Health risk index: 13.9 (asthma 9.4%, diabetes 12.4%)
Estimated additional annual cost per homeowner: $1,360, driven primarily by energy_code_gap
Infrastructure: 0.494% avg pipe failure probability, 80% of ZIPs at high risk
81% of homes built before 1978 (lead paint era)
Violation History (2021–2025)
↓ Improving trendEPA violation counts by year across Cuming County water systems. Health-based shown in red, total in blue.
Peak year: 2023 with 13 violations. Past 5 years: 32 total (32 health-based). Health-based violations are declining versus the prior 2-year window.
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: $1,360
Bar widths proportional to share of total annual risk cost. Source: compound risk model (FEMA, EPA, USGS).
Housing Age Distribution
4,673 housing units in Cuming 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 Cuming County
Remediation costs are relatively manageable for most homeowners in Cuming 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 Cuming 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 Cuming County ranked by EPA violation count.
| # | Water System | Population | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | City of Wisner, | 1,239 | 15 |
| 2 | Bancroft, Village of | 490 | 10 |
| 3 | Cuming Company Rwd 1 | 1,875 | 1 |
| 4 | Beemer, Village of | 650 | 1 |
| 5 | City of West Point, | 3,550 | 1 |
All ZIP Codes in Cuming County
5 ZIP codes tracked in Cuming County.
| # | ZIP Code | City | Safety Score | Grade | Violations | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 68788 | West Point | 64 | C | 1 (1 health) | $217K |
| 2 | 68716 | Beemer | 63 | C | 1 | $106K |
| 3 | 68047 | Pender | 45 | D | 0 | $184K |
| 4 | 68004 | Bancroft | 40 | D | 10 (9 health) | $115K |
| 5 | 68791 | Wisner | 13 | F | 15 (15 health) | $167K |
Recommended Buyer Guides for Cuming County
Where county records show a lead exceedance or pre-1978 housing concentration, lead-specific filters and test kits move toward the top of the list.
- Best Lead Paint Test Kits — 81% of homes built before 1978
- Best Under-Sink Reverse Osmosis Systems — Multi-contaminant removal at the kitchen tap
- Best Radon Test Kits — EPA Radon Zone 1 (highest risk) dominant in county
Deep Dive Reports
Detailed analysis for Cuming County, Nebraska
Overview
Cuming County in Nebraska covers 5 ZIP codes with an average Home Safety Score of D (45/100).
4 of 5 ZIP codes have recorded EPA violations. 25 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.
What You Can Do
Cuming County has a grade of D. Here are steps to protect your household.
Test your tap water
Order a certified lab test kit ($20-$50) to check for lead, bacteria, and other contaminants specific to your ZIP code.
Consider a certified water filter
NSF-certified filters can remove most common contaminants. Match the filter to your test results for best protection. Try our filter matcher
Contact your water utility
Request the latest Consumer Confidence Report (CCR) from your water provider. It details exactly what was found in your water supply.
Check for lead in your home
81% of homes in this county were built before 1978. Older plumbing and solder can leach lead into drinking water, especially in the morning.