Lander County, Nevada
3 ZIP codes · Avg score 52/100 · Grade D · Updated 2026-06-03
Poor compliance rates put Lander County in the bottom safety tier — 3 ZIP codes, below the state average.
How Lander County Compares
How Lander County Compares
Lander County scores 29 points below the Nevada state average (81/100) and 16 points below the national average (68/100).
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-03
Key Risk Factors
Health risk index: 14.9 (asthma 11.1%, diabetes 14%)
Estimated additional annual cost per homeowner: $690, driven primarily by energy_code_gap
Infrastructure: 0.363% avg pipe failure probability, 33% of ZIPs at high risk
48% of homes built before 1978 (lead paint era)
Violation History (2023–2024)
→ Stable trendEPA violation counts by year across Lander County water systems. Health-based shown in red, total in blue.
Peak year: 2024 with 4 violations. Past 5 years: 6 total (6 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: $690
Bar widths proportional to share of total annual risk cost. Source: compound risk model (FEMA, EPA, USGS).
Housing Age Distribution
3,213 housing units in Lander 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 Lander County
Remediation costs are relatively manageable for most homeowners in Lander 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 Lander County residents
Black markers = national averages. Red = above national avg. Green = below. Source: CDC PLACES, Census ACS.
Water Systems with Most Violations
Top 3 systems in Lander County ranked by EPA violation count.
| # | Water System | Population | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lander Company Sewer and Water District 2 Austin | 350 | 36 |
| 2 | Lander Company Sewer and Water District 1 Bm | 3,635 | 19 |
| 3 | Kingston Town Water Utilities | 350 | 17 |
All ZIP Codes in Lander County
3 ZIP codes tracked in Lander County.
| # | ZIP Code | City | Safety Score | Grade | Violations | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 89820 | Battle Mountain | 61 | C | 19 (3 health) | $215K |
| 2 | 89310 | Austin | 56 | C | 17 (2 health) | $117K |
| 3 | 89821 | Crescent Valley | 40 | D | 0 | — |
Recommended Buyer Guides for Lander County
Filtered against federal data, fitted to local risks.
- 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
Overview
Lander County in Nevada covers 3 ZIP codes with an average Home Safety Score of D (52/100).
2 of 3 ZIP codes have recorded EPA violations. 5 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.
What You Can Do
Lander County has a grade of D. Here are steps to protect your household.
Test your tap water
Order a certified lab test kit ($20-$50) to check for lead, bacteria, and other contaminants specific to your ZIP code.
Consider a certified water filter
NSF-certified filters can remove most common contaminants. Match the filter to your test results for best protection. Try our filter matcher
Contact your water utility
Request the latest Consumer Confidence Report (CCR) from your water provider. It details exactly what was found in your water supply.
Check for lead in your home
48% of homes in this county were built before 1978. Older plumbing and solder can leach lead into drinking water, especially in the morning.