COUNTY REPORT NE

Hooker County, Nebraska

2 ZIP codes · Avg score 72/100 · Grade B · Updated 2026-06-03

Compared to state averages, Hooker County scores well — its 2 ZIP codes sit above the baseline for tap water quality.

How Hooker County Compares

Hooker County72/100
Nebraska avg65/100
National avg68/100

How Hooker County Compares

B
County Grade
72/100
Avg Safety Score
2
ZIP Codes
1
Water Systems

Hooker County scores 7 points above the Nebraska state average (65/100) and 4 points above the national average (68/100).

Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-03

B
County Grade
72
Avg Safety Score
2
ZIP Codes
Best ZIP: 69152 (77/100)
Lowest ZIP: 69161 (66/100)
$86K
Median Home Value

Key Risk Factors

Health risk index: 13.8 (asthma 9.1%, diabetes 12.3%)

Estimated additional annual cost per homeowner: $965, driven primarily by energy_code_gap

Infrastructure: 0.445% avg pipe failure probability, 50% of ZIPs at high risk

82.5% of homes built before 1978 (lead paint era)

County Health Indicators vs National Average

Asthma 9.1% (national: 8.9%)
Diabetes 12.3% (national: 10.5%)
Obesity 38.2% (national: 32.4%)

Black markers indicate national averages. Source: CDC PLACES, Census ACS.

Infrastructure Overview

1953
Median Build Year
82.5%
Pre-1978 Housing
45%
Pipe Failure Probability
50%
ZIPs at High Infra Risk
High
Lead Pipe Risk

Sources: Census ACS (housing age), EPA SDWIS (infrastructure risk model), state bridge inspection data.

Compound Risk Breakdown

Estimated additional annual cost per homeowner: $965

Energy Code Gap $540/yr
Water / Lead $275/yr
Wildfire $150/yr

Bar widths proportional to share of total annual risk cost. Source: compound risk model (FEMA, EPA, USGS).

Housing Age Distribution

571 housing units in Hooker County

Pre-1940 26%
1940–1959 26%
1960–1979 21%
1980–1999 16%
2000+ 10%

Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS B25034 (Year Structure Built).

Health Outcomes vs National Average

CDC PLACES data for Hooker County residents

Asthma 9.1% (US avg: 8.9%)
Diabetes 12.3% (US avg: 11%)
Obesity 38.2% (US avg: 32.4%)

Black markers = national averages. Red = above national avg. Green = below. Source: CDC PLACES, Census ACS.

All ZIP Codes in Hooker County

2 ZIP codes tracked in Hooker County.

# ZIP Code City Safety Score Grade Violations Home Value
1 69152 Mullen 77 B 0 $86K
2 69161 Seneca 66 C 0

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Overview

Hooker County in Nebraska covers 2 ZIP codes with an average Home Safety Score of B (72/100).

No EPA violations recorded across any tracked ZIP codes in Hooker County.

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Data Sources

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is water safe in Hooker County?
Hooker County receives a grade of B, indicating generally safe tap water across its 2 ZIP codes.
How many water systems serve Hooker County?
Hooker County is served by 1 public water system that supplies drinking water to residents across 2 ZIP codes.
What is the biggest environmental risk in Hooker County?
The primary environmental risk factor in Hooker County is energy_code_gap. This contributes to an estimated additional annual cost of $965 per homeowner.
How old are homes in Hooker County?
The median home build year in Hooker County is 1953. 82.5% of homes were built before 1978, which means they may contain lead-based paint and older plumbing materials.
How does Hooker County compare to Nebraska?
Hooker County has an average water safety score of 72/100, which is above the Nebraska state average of 65/100.

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