COUNTY REPORT NE

Nance County, Nebraska

4 ZIP codes · Avg score 58/100 · Grade C · Updated 2026-06-03

The systems supplying Nance County's 4 ZIP codes vary in performance — most meet minimum standards, but violations in select areas are on record.

How Nance County Compares

Nance County58/100
Nebraska avg65/100
National avg68/100

How Nance County Compares

C
County Grade
58/100
Avg Safety Score
4
ZIP Codes
3
Water Systems

Nance 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: 2026-06-03

C
County Grade
58
Avg Safety Score
4
ZIP Codes
Best ZIP: 68638 (67/100)
Lowest ZIP: 68660 (45/100)
$131K
Median Home Value
$2,625
Avg Remediation (200% of home value)

Key Risk Factors

Health risk index: 14.1 (asthma 9.3%, diabetes 12.7%)

Estimated additional annual cost per homeowner: $1,240, driven primarily by energy_code_gap

Infrastructure: 0.5% avg pipe failure probability, 100% of ZIPs at high risk

84% of homes built before 1978 (lead paint era)

Violation History (2021–2025)

→ Stable trend

EPA violation counts by year across Nance County water systems. Health-based shown in red, total in blue.

2021
1 (1 health)
2024
1 (1 health)
2025
5 (5 health)

Peak year: 2025 with 5 violations. Past 5 years: 7 total (7 health-based).

Source: EPA SDWIS historical violations. Data may lag 6–12 months for the most recent year.

County Health Indicators vs National Average

Asthma 9.3% (national: 8.9%)
Diabetes 12.7% (national: 10.5%)
Obesity 39% (national: 32.4%)

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

Infrastructure Overview

1951
Median Build Year
84%
Pre-1978 Housing
50%
Pipe Failure Probability
100%
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: $1,240

Energy Code Gap $540/yr
Water / Lead $450/yr
Flood $250/yr

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

Housing Age Distribution

2,097 housing units in Nance County

Pre-1940 44%
1940–1959 19%
1960–1979 17%
1980–1999 9%
2000+ 11%

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 Nance County

$131K
Median Home Value
$2,625
Est. Remediation Cost
2.0%
of Home Value
Remediation as % of home value moderate burden

Water safety remediation is a moderate expense relative to home values. Most homeowners can address issues through staged improvements over time.

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 Nance County residents

Asthma 9.3% (US avg: 8.9%)
Diabetes 12.7% (US avg: 11%)
Obesity 39% (US avg: 32.4%)

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

Water Systems with Most Violations

Top 3 systems in Nance County ranked by EPA violation count.

# Water System Population Violations
1 City of Fullerton, 1,307 4
2 City of Genoa, 898 2
3 Belgrade, Village of 137 0

All ZIP Codes in Nance County

4 ZIP codes tracked in Nance County.

# ZIP Code City Safety Score Grade Violations Home Value
1 68638 Fullerton 67 C 4 (3 health) $134K
2 68640 Genoa 62 C 2 (2 health) $128K
3 68623 Belgrade 59 C 0
4 68660 Saint Edward 45 D 0 $131K

Recommended Buyer Guides for Nance County

Federal and certification sources drive the ordering: EPA monitoring data, NSF certifications, FEMA flood maps, and CDC lead guidance — guides surface only when county data warrants them.

Overview

Nance County in Nebraska covers 4 ZIP codes with an average Home Safety Score of C (58/100).

2 of 4 ZIP codes have recorded EPA violations. 5 health-based violations have been documented.

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Data Sources

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is water safe in Nance County?
Nance County receives a grade of C. Some ZIP codes have recorded violations and residents in affected areas may want to test their water.
How many water systems serve Nance County?
Nance County is served by 3 public water systems that supply drinking water to residents across 4 ZIP codes.
What is the biggest environmental risk in Nance County?
The primary environmental risk factor in Nance County is energy_code_gap. This contributes to an estimated additional annual cost of $1,240 per homeowner.
How old are homes in Nance County?
The median home build year in Nance County is 1951. 84% of homes were built before 1978, which means they may contain lead-based paint and older plumbing materials.
How does Nance County compare to Nebraska?
Nance County has an average water safety score of 58/100, which is below the Nebraska state average of 65/100.

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