Harlan County, Nebraska
6 ZIP codes · Avg score 66/100 · Grade C · Updated 2026-06-03
Based on current EPA data, Harlan County's 6 ZIP codes reflect fair but mixed water safety.
How Harlan County Compares
How Harlan County Compares
Harlan 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: Harlan 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 (asthma 9.1%, diabetes 13%)
Estimated additional annual cost per homeowner: $697, driven primarily by energy_code_gap
Infrastructure: 0.395% avg pipe failure probability, 67% of ZIPs at high risk
78.6% 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: $697
Bar widths proportional to share of total annual risk cost. Source: compound risk model (FEMA, EPA, USGS).
Housing Age Distribution
2,296 housing units in Harlan 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 Harlan County
Remediation costs are relatively manageable for most homeowners in Harlan 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 Harlan 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 Harlan County ranked by EPA violation count.
| # | Water System | Population | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ragan, Village of | 25 | 1 |
| 2 | City of Alma, | 1,043 | 0 |
| 3 | Lower Republican Rwd 1 | 200 | 0 |
| 4 | Orleans, Village of | 239 | 0 |
| 5 | Oxford, Village of | 719 | 0 |
9 total water systems serve Harlan County.
All ZIP Codes in Harlan County
6 ZIP codes tracked in Harlan County.
| # | ZIP Code | City | Safety Score | Grade | Violations | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 68920 | Alma | 66 | C | 0 | $167K |
| 2 | 68966 | Orleans | 66 | C | 0 | $75K |
| 3 | 68967 | Oxford | 66 | C | 0 | $114K |
| 4 | 68971 | Republican City | 66 | C | 0 | $168K |
| 5 | 68977 | Stamford | 66 | C | 0 | $72K |
| 6 | 68969 | Ragan | 64 | C | 1 | — |
Recommended Buyer Guides for Harlan 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 — 78.6% of homes built before 1978
- Best Radon Test Kits — EPA Radon Zone 1 (highest risk) dominant in county
Deep Dive Reports
Detailed analysis for Harlan County, Nebraska
Overview
Harlan County in Nebraska covers 6 ZIP codes with an average Home Safety Score of C (66/100).
1 of 6 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.