Gage County, Nebraska
12 ZIP codes · Avg score 66/100 · Grade C · Updated 2026-06-03
Although much of Gage County meets baseline standards, some of its 12 ZIP codes show violations that merit closer attention.
How Gage County Compares
How Gage County Compares
Gage County scores 1 points above the Nebraska state average (65/100) and 2 points below the national average (68/100).
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-03
ZIP Code Risk Map
Water Quality Map: Gage 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 9.4%, diabetes 12.6%)
Estimated additional annual cost per homeowner: $1,115, driven primarily by energy_code_gap
Infrastructure: 0.415% avg pipe failure probability, 67% of ZIPs at high risk
77.9% 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: $1,115
Bar widths proportional to share of total annual risk cost. Source: compound risk model (FEMA, EPA, USGS).
Housing Age Distribution
10,242 housing units in Gage 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 Gage County
Remediation costs are relatively manageable for most homeowners in Gage 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 Gage 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 Gage County ranked by EPA violation count.
| # | Water System | Population | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Virginia, Village of | 67 | 2 |
| 2 | Pickrell, Village of | 201 | 2 |
| 3 | City of Beatrice, | 12,220 | 1 |
| 4 | Lower Big Blue Nrd - Beatrice West | 126 | 1 |
| 5 | Lower Big Blue Nrd - Wymore | 856 | 1 |
14 total water systems serve Gage County.
All ZIP Codes in Gage County
12 ZIP codes tracked in Gage County.
| # | ZIP Code | City | Safety Score | Grade | Violations | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 68301 | Adams | 70 | B | 0 | $320K |
| 2 | 68318 | Blue Springs | 70 | B | 0 | $56K |
| 3 | 68328 | Clatonia | 70 | B | 0 | $128K |
| 4 | 68466 | Wymore | 70 | B | 0 | $78K |
| 5 | 68309 | Barneston | 66 | C | 0 | $30K |
| 6 | 68357 | Filley | 66 | C | 1 | $169K |
| 7 | 68381 | Liberty | 66 | C | 0 | $81K |
| 8 | 68415 | Odell | 66 | C | 1 | $139K |
| 9 | 68331 | Cortland | 64 | C | 1 | $248K |
| 10 | 68458 | Virginia | 64 | C | 1 | $120K |
| 11 | 68422 | Pickrell | 62 | C | 2 | $295K |
| 12 | 68310 | Beatrice | 58 | C | 1 | $163K |
Recommended Buyer Guides for Gage County
Filtered against EPA monitoring data and CDC lead-exposure guidance, the guides below skip the generic catalog and connect directly to the contaminants and hazards on file here.
- Best Lead Paint Test Kits — 77.9% of homes built before 1978
- Best Radon Test Kits — EPA Radon Zone 1 (highest risk) dominant in county
Deep Dive Reports
Detailed analysis for Gage County, Nebraska
Overview
Gage County in Nebraska covers 12 ZIP codes with an average Home Safety Score of C (66/100).
6 of 12 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)
Updated daily.