White Pine County, Nevada
7 ZIP codes · Avg score 53/100 · Grade D · Updated 2026-06-03
While White Pine County's situation varies by ZIP, its 7 ZIP codes collectively fall below the state average — addressing specific concerns starts with checking the system that serves a given address.
How White Pine County Compares
How White Pine County Compares
White Pine County scores 28 points below the Nevada state average (81/100) and 15 points below the national average (68/100).
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-03
ZIP Code Risk Map
Water Quality Map: White Pine County, Nevada
Each dot represents a ZIP code. Color indicates water quality grade. Tap a dot for details.
Key Risk Factors
Health risk index: 14.5 (asthma 10.8%, diabetes 13%)
Estimated additional annual cost per homeowner: $781, driven primarily by energy_code_gap
Infrastructure: 0.35% avg pipe failure probability, 29% of ZIPs at high risk
58.4% 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: $781
Bar widths proportional to share of total annual risk cost. Source: compound risk model (FEMA, EPA, USGS).
Housing Age Distribution
4,210 housing units in White Pine 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 White Pine County
Remediation costs are relatively manageable for most homeowners in White Pine 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 White Pine 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 White Pine County ranked by EPA violation count.
| # | Water System | Population | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ely Municipal Water Department | 5,000 | 6 |
| 2 | RUTH WATER DISTRICT | 470 | 1 |
| 3 | Baker Water and Sewer Gid | 85 | 0 |
All ZIP Codes in White Pine County
7 ZIP codes tracked in White Pine County.
| # | ZIP Code | City | Safety Score | Grade | Violations | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 89301 | Ely | 67 | C | 3 | $199K |
| 2 | 89311 | Baker | 66 | C | 0 | $91K |
| 3 | 89315 | Ely | 63 | C | 3 | — |
| 4 | 89319 | Ruth | 54 | D | 1 | $71K |
| 5 | 89314 | Duckwater | 40 | D | 0 | $108K |
| 6 | 89317 | Lund | 40 | D | 0 | $239K |
| 7 | 89318 | Mc Gill | 40 | D | 0 | $96K |
Recommended Buyer Guides for White Pine County
Retailer arrangements don't shape what appears here — the selection logic is independent, filtered against EPA detections and the federal hazard data on file for this county.
- Best Lead Paint Test Kits — 58.4% of homes built before 1978
- Best Radon Test Kits — EPA Radon Zone 1 (highest risk) dominant in county
Deep Dive Reports
Detailed analysis for White Pine County, Nevada
Overview
White Pine County in Nevada covers 7 ZIP codes with an average Home Safety Score of D (53/100).
3 of 7 ZIP codes have recorded EPA violations. All violations are monitoring/reporting type.
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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
White Pine 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
58.4% of homes in this county were built before 1978. Older plumbing and solder can leach lead into drinking water, especially in the morning.