COUNTY REPORT NE

Morrill County, Nebraska

5 ZIP codes · Avg score 71/100 · Grade B · Updated 2026-07-19

ZipCheckup grade for Morrill: B.

This ZIP looks solid, with a few items worth a quick check.

In recent assessments, Morrill County's 5 ZIP codes record strong, consistent water safety outcomes.

How Morrill County Compares

Morrill County71/100
Nebraska avg65/100
National avg68/100

How Morrill County Compares

B
County Grade
71/100
Avg Safety Score
5
ZIP Codes
3
Water Systems

Morrill County scores 6 points above the Nebraska state average (65/100) and 3 points above the national average (68/100).

Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-07-19

B
County Grade
71
Avg Safety Score
5
ZIP Codes
Best ZIP: 69334 (83/100)
Lowest ZIP: 69353 (53/100)
$93K
Median Home Value
$460
Avg Remediation (49% of home value)

ZIP Code Risk Map

Water Quality Map: Morrill County, Nebraska

Each dot represents a ZIP code. Color indicates water quality grade. Tap a dot for details.

A B C D F

Key Risk Factors

Health risk index: 14.3 (asthma 9.2%, diabetes 13.2%)

Estimated additional annual cost per homeowner: $1,390, driven primarily by energy_code_gap

Infrastructure: 0.606% avg pipe failure probability, 40% of ZIPs at high risk

91.2% of homes built before 1978 (lead paint era)

County Health Indicators vs National Average

Asthma 9.2% (national: 8.9%)
Diabetes 13.2% (national: 10.5%)
Obesity 41.1% (national: 32.4%)

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

Infrastructure Overview

1958
Median Build Year
91.2%
Pre-1978 Housing
61%
Pipe Failure Probability
40%
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: $1,390

Energy Code Gap $540/yr
Water Infrastructure $430/yr
Water / Lead $300/yr

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

Housing Age Distribution

2,398 housing units in Morrill County

Pre-1940 36%
1940–1959 18%
1960–1979 32%
1980–1999 9%
2000+ 5%

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 Morrill County

$93K
Median Home Value
$460
Est. Remediation Cost
0.5%
of Home Value
Remediation as % of home value low burden

Remediation costs are relatively manageable for most homeowners in Morrill 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 Morrill County residents

Asthma 9.2% (US avg: 8.9%)
Diabetes 13.2% (US avg: 11%)
Obesity 41.1% (US avg: 32.4%)

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

Water systems serving Morrill County

3 community water systems serving Morrill County.

Systems with the most violations in Morrill County

1 water system with recorded EPA violations.

All ZIP Codes in Morrill County

5 ZIP codes tracked in Morrill County.

# ZIP Code City Safety Score Grade Violations Home Value
1 69334 Bayard 83 B 0 $125K
2 69336 Bridgeport 83 B 0 $105K
3 69125 Broadwater 82 B 5 (1 health) $82K
4 69331 Angora 53 D 0
5 69353 Mcgrew 53 D 0 $69K

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Overview

Morrill County in Nebraska covers 5 ZIP codes with an average Home Safety Score of B (71/100).

1 of 5 ZIP codes have recorded EPA violations. 1 health-based violation have been documented.

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Data Sources

Updated daily.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is water safe in Morrill County?
Morrill County receives a grade of B, indicating generally safe tap water across its 5 ZIP codes.
How many water systems serve Morrill County?
Morrill County is served by 3 public water systems that supply drinking water to residents across 5 ZIP codes.
What is the biggest environmental risk in Morrill County?
The primary environmental risk factor in Morrill County is energy_code_gap. This contributes to an estimated additional annual cost of $1,390 per homeowner.
How old are homes in Morrill County?
The median home build year in Morrill County is 1958. 91.2% of homes were built before 1978, which means they may contain lead-based paint and older plumbing materials.
How does Morrill County compare to Nebraska?
Morrill County has an average water safety score of 71/100, which is above the Nebraska state average of 65/100.

How to cite this page

APA ZipCheckup. (2026). Morrill County, NE: 1 Health Violation - 71/100 (2026). https://zipcheckup.com/county/nebraska/morrill/
BibTeX
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  author = {{ZipCheckup}},
  title  = {{Morrill County, NE: 1 Health Violation - 71/100 (2026)}},
  year   = {2026},
  url    = {https://zipcheckup.com/county/nebraska/morrill/}
}

Data as of July 2026.

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