Eureka County, Nevada
1 ZIP code · Avg score 69/100 · Grade C · Updated 2026-06-03
Although much of Eureka County meets baseline standards, some of its 1 ZIP code show violations that merit closer attention.
How Eureka County Compares
How Eureka County Compares
Eureka County scores 12 points below the Nevada state average (81/100) and 1 points above the national average (68/100).
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-03
Key Risk Factors
Health risk index: 16.6 (asthma 11.4%, diabetes 16.1%)
Estimated additional annual cost per homeowner: $620, driven primarily by energy_code_gap
Infrastructure: 0.4% avg pipe failure probability
59% 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: $620
Bar widths proportional to share of total annual risk cost. Source: compound risk model (FEMA, EPA, USGS).
Housing Age Distribution
572 housing units in Eureka 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 Eureka County
Remediation costs are relatively manageable for most homeowners in Eureka 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 Eureka County residents
Black markers = national averages. Red = above national avg. Green = below. Source: CDC PLACES, Census ACS.
Water Systems with Most Violations
Top 4 systems in Eureka County ranked by EPA violation count.
| # | Water System | Population | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Eureka Water Association | 450 | 5 |
| 2 | Crescent Valley Water System | 340 | 5 |
| 3 | Devils Gate Water System Gid 2 | 132 | 5 |
| 4 | Devils Gate Gid District 1 | 65 | 5 |
All ZIP Codes in Eureka County
1 ZIP code tracked in Eureka County.
| # | ZIP Code | City | Safety Score | Grade | Violations | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 89316 | Eureka | 69 | C | 5 (1 health) | $264K |
Recommended Buyer Guides for Eureka 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.
- Best Lead Paint Test Kits — 59% of homes built before 1978
- Best Radon Test Kits — EPA Radon Zone 1 (highest risk) dominant in county
Overview
Eureka County in Nevada covers 1 ZIP code with an average Home Safety Score of C (69/100).
1 of 1 ZIP code have recorded EPA violations. 1 health-based violation 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.