Sarpy County, Nebraska
12 ZIP codes · Avg score 56/100 · Grade C · Updated 2026-06-03
Within Sarpy County, safety data across 12 ZIP codes suggests a fair but uneven system — violations are present and worth checking at the ZIP level.
How Sarpy County Compares
How Sarpy County Compares
Sarpy County scores 9 points below the Nebraska state average (65/100) and 12 points below the national average (68/100).
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-03
ZIP Code Risk Map
Water Quality Map: Sarpy County, Nebraska
Each dot represents a ZIP code. Color indicates water quality grade. Tap a dot for details.
Key Risk Factors
Health risk index: 11.3 (asthma 8.7%, diabetes 9.7%)
Estimated additional annual cost per homeowner: $1,637, driven primarily by flood
Infrastructure: 0.301% avg pipe failure probability, 9% of ZIPs at high risk
45.7% of homes built before 1978 (lead paint era)
Violation History (2024–2025)
→ Stable trendEPA violation counts by year across Sarpy County water systems. Health-based shown in red, total in blue.
Peak year: 2025 with 2 violations. Past 5 years: 3 total (3 health-based).
Source: EPA SDWIS historical violations. Data may lag 6–12 months for the most recent year.
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: $1,637
Bar widths proportional to share of total annual risk cost. Source: compound risk model (FEMA, EPA, USGS).
Housing Age Distribution
61,154 housing units in Sarpy 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 Sarpy County
Remediation costs are relatively manageable for most homeowners in Sarpy 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 Sarpy 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 Sarpy County ranked by EPA violation count.
| # | Water System | Population | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | METROPOLITAN UTILITIES DISTRICT | 660,000 | 43 |
| 2 | Sarpy Company Sid 23 - Westmont Subdivision | 980 | 38 |
| 3 | Lakeland Estates Water Company | 1,552 | 36 |
| 4 | Maplewood Estates Mobile Home Park | 805 | 36 |
| 5 | Meadowbrook Estates Water System | 675 | 36 |
18 total water systems serve Sarpy County.
All ZIP Codes in Sarpy County
12 ZIP codes tracked in Sarpy County.
| # | ZIP Code | City | Safety Score | Grade | Violations | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 68133 | Papillion | 68 | C | 2 | $357K |
| 2 | 68147 | Bellevue | 65 | C | 1 | $202K |
| 3 | 68028 | Gretna | 60 | C | 0 | $371K |
| 4 | 68059 | Springfield | 59 | C | 1 (1 health) | $352K |
| 5 | 68046 | Papillion | 58 | C | 2 | $332K |
| 6 | 68005 | Bellevue | 55 | C | 1 | $194K |
| 7 | 68123 | Bellevue | 55 | C | 1 | $273K |
| 8 | 68056 | St Columbans | 53 | D | 0 | — |
| 9 | 68101 | Omaha | 51 | D | 12 (1 health) | — |
| 10 | 68136 | Omaha | 51 | D | 12 (1 health) | $339K |
| 11 | 68157 | Omaha | 46 | D | 12 (1 health) | $223K |
| 12 | 68016 | Cedar Creek | 45 | D | 0 | $375K |
Recommended Buyer Guides for Sarpy County
Below: editorial picks, no sponsored placements.
- Best Under-Sink Reverse Osmosis Systems — Multi-contaminant removal at the kitchen tap
- Best Radon Test Kits — EPA Radon Zone 1 (highest risk) dominant in county
- Best Sump Pumps — Flood is the top compound risk factor
- Best Mold Test Kits — Flood-driven moisture and mold risk
Deep Dive Reports
Detailed analysis for Sarpy County, Nebraska
Overview
Sarpy County in Nebraska covers 12 ZIP codes with an average Home Safety Score of C (56/100).
9 of 12 ZIP codes have recorded EPA violations. 4 health-based violations have been documented.
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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.