Furnas County, Nebraska
7 ZIP codes · Avg score 58/100 · Grade C · Updated 2026-07-19
ZipCheckup grade for Furnas: C.
A mixed picture - some signals here are worth your attention.
In recent monitoring cycles, Furnas County's 7 ZIP codes show a split record - several have documented water safety violations.
How Furnas County Compares
How Furnas County Compares
Furnas County scores 7 points below the Nebraska state average (65/100) and 10 points below the national average (68/100).
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-07-19
ZIP Code Risk Map
Water Quality Map: Furnas County, Nebraska
Each dot represents a ZIP code. Color indicates water quality grade. Tap a dot for details.
Key Risk Factors
Health risk index: 15 (asthma 9.4%, diabetes 13.5%)
Estimated additional annual cost per homeowner: $1,190, driven primarily by energy_code_gap
Infrastructure: 0.514% avg pipe failure probability, 57% of ZIPs at high risk
92% 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: $1,190
Bar widths proportional to share of total annual risk cost. Source: compound risk model (FEMA, EPA, USGS).
Housing Age Distribution
2,401 housing units in Furnas 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 Furnas County
Remediation costs are relatively manageable for most homeowners in Furnas 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 Furnas County residents
Black markers = national averages. Red = above national avg. Green = below. Source: CDC PLACES, Census ACS.
Water systems serving Furnas County
8 community water systems serving Furnas County.
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Show all 8 water systems
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Systems with the most violations in Furnas County
3 water systems with recorded EPA violations.
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All ZIP Codes in Furnas County
7 ZIP codes tracked in Furnas County.
| # | ZIP Code | City | Safety Score | Grade | Violations | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 69022 | Cambridge | 68 | C | 1 | $123K |
| 2 | 68922 | Arapahoe | 66 | C | 0 | $104K |
| 3 | 68936 | Edison | 66 | C | 0 | $38K |
| 4 | 69046 | Wilsonville | 66 | C | 1 | $214K |
| 5 | 68948 | Holbrook | 64 | C | 2 | $85K |
| 6 | 68946 | Hendley | 40 | D | 0 | $24K |
| 7 | 68926 | Beaver City | 35 | F | 0 | $66K |
Recommended Buyer Guides for Furnas County
Below: editorial picks, no sponsored placements.
- Best Lead Paint Test Kits — 92% of homes built before 1978
- Best Radon Test Kits — EPA Radon Zone 1 (highest risk) dominant in county
Deep Dive Reports
Detailed analysis for Furnas County, Nebraska
Overview
Furnas County in Nebraska covers 7 ZIP codes with an average Home Safety Score of C (58/100).
3 of 7 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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