Valley County, Nebraska
4 ZIP codes · Avg score 76/100 · Grade B · Updated 2026-07-19
ZipCheckup grade for Valley: B.
This ZIP looks solid, with a few items worth a quick check.
Water utilities serving Valley County's 4 ZIP codes have built a consistent compliance record - the county's above-average grade reflects years of data showing low violation rates and no systemic health concerns.
How Valley County Compares
How Valley County Compares
Valley County scores 11 points above the Nebraska state average (65/100) and 8 points above the national average (68/100).
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-07-19
Key Risk Factors
Health risk index: 14.5 (asthma 9.3%, diabetes 12.9%)
Estimated additional annual cost per homeowner: $1,428, driven primarily by energy_code_gap
Infrastructure: 0.57% avg pipe failure probability, 100% of ZIPs at high risk
85.5% 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: $1,428
Bar widths proportional to share of total annual risk cost. Source: compound risk model (FEMA, EPA, USGS).
Housing Age Distribution
2,130 housing units in Valley 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 Valley County
Remediation costs are relatively manageable for most homeowners in Valley 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 Valley County residents
Black markers = national averages. Red = above national avg. Green = below. Source: CDC PLACES, Census ACS.
Water systems serving Valley County
3 community water systems serving Valley County.
- B
- B
- B
All ZIP Codes in Valley County
4 ZIP codes tracked in Valley County.
| # | ZIP Code | City | Safety Score | Grade | Violations | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 68815 | Arcadia | 83 | B | 0 | $180K |
| 2 | 68859 | North Loup | 83 | B | 0 | $77K |
| 3 | 68862 | Ord | 83 | B | 0 | $125K |
| 4 | 68837 | Elyria | 53 | D | 0 | $250K |
Recommended Buyer Guides for Valley County
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- Best Lead Paint Test Kits — 85.5% of homes built before 1978
Overview
Valley County in Nebraska covers 4 ZIP codes with an average Home Safety Score of B (76/100).
No EPA violations are recorded for the tracked water systems in Valley County as of the latest reporting period.
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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.