Richardson County, Nebraska
8 ZIP codes · Avg score 65/100 · Grade C · Updated 2026-06-03
Within Richardson County, safety data across 8 ZIP codes suggests a fair but uneven system — violations are present and worth checking at the ZIP level.
How Richardson County Compares
How Richardson County Compares
Richardson County scores 0 points above the Nebraska state average (65/100) and 3 points below the national average (68/100).
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-03
ZIP Code Risk Map
Water Quality Map: Richardson County, Nebraska
Each dot represents a ZIP code. Color indicates water quality grade. Tap a dot for details.
Key Risk Factors
Health risk index: 15.2 (asthma 9.4%, diabetes 14%)
Estimated additional annual cost per homeowner: $1,121, driven primarily by energy_code_gap
Infrastructure: 0.445% avg pipe failure probability, 75% of ZIPs at high risk
80.1% 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: $1,121
Bar widths proportional to share of total annual risk cost. Source: compound risk model (FEMA, EPA, USGS).
Housing Age Distribution
4,164 housing units in Richardson 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 Richardson County
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 Richardson 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 Richardson County ranked by EPA violation count.
| # | Water System | Population | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Rulo, Village of | 200 | 2 |
| 2 | Dawson, Village of | 209 | 0 |
| 3 | City of Falls City, | 4,015 | 0 |
| 4 | Richardson Company Rwd 2 | 980 | 0 |
| 5 | City of Humboldt, | 950 | 0 |
11 total water systems serve Richardson County.
All ZIP Codes in Richardson County
8 ZIP codes tracked in Richardson County.
| # | ZIP Code | City | Safety Score | Grade | Violations | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 68355 | Falls City | 70 | B | 0 | $98K |
| 2 | 68376 | Humboldt | 70 | B | 0 | $93K |
| 3 | 68433 | Salem | 70 | B | 0 | $102K |
| 4 | 68442 | Stella | 70 | B | 0 | $145K |
| 5 | 68337 | Dawson | 66 | C | 0 | $78K |
| 6 | 68437 | Shubert | 66 | C | 0 | $61K |
| 7 | 68457 | Verdon | 66 | C | 0 | $88K |
| 8 | 68431 | Rulo | 45 | D | 2 | $113K |
Recommended Buyer Guides for Richardson County
Independent picks. EPA-grounded. Matched here.
- Best Lead Paint Test Kits — 80.1% of homes built before 1978
- Best Radon Test Kits — EPA Radon Zone 1 (highest risk) dominant in county
Deep Dive Reports
Detailed analysis for Richardson County, Nebraska
Overview
Richardson County in Nebraska covers 8 ZIP codes with an average Home Safety Score of C (65/100).
1 of 8 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)
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