COUNTY REPORT NV

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

Eureka County69/100
Nevada avg81/100
National avg68/100

How Eureka County Compares

C
County Grade
69/100
Avg Safety Score
1
ZIP Codes
4
Water Systems

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

C
County Grade
69
Avg Safety Score
1
ZIP Codes
Only ZIP: 89316
$264K
Median Home Value
$2,700
Avg Remediation (102% of home value)

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

Asthma 11.4% (national: 8.9%)
Diabetes 16.1% (national: 10.5%)
Obesity 38.8% (national: 32.4%)

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

Infrastructure Overview

1988
Median Build Year
59%
Pre-1978 Housing
40%
Pipe Failure Probability
0%
ZIPs at High Infra Risk
Low
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: $620

Energy Code Gap $270/yr
Flood $200/yr
Water / Lead $150/yr

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

Pre-1940 18%
1940–1959 5%
1960–1979 24%
1980–1999 33%
2000+ 20%

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

$264K
Median Home Value
$2,700
Est. Remediation Cost
1.0%
of Home Value
Remediation as % of home value low burden

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

Asthma 11.4% (US avg: 8.9%)
Diabetes 16.1% (US avg: 11%)
Obesity 38.8% (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 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.

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

Updated daily.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is water safe in Eureka County?
Eureka 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 Eureka County?
Eureka County is served by 4 public water systems that supply drinking water to residents across 1 ZIP codes.
What is the biggest environmental risk in Eureka County?
The primary environmental risk factor in Eureka County is energy_code_gap. This contributes to an estimated additional annual cost of $620 per homeowner.
How old are homes in Eureka County?
The median home build year in Eureka County is 1988. 59% of homes were built before 1978, which means they may contain lead-based paint and older plumbing materials.
How does Eureka County compare to Nevada?
Eureka County has an average water safety score of 69/100, which is below the Nevada state average of 81/100.

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