Allegany County, New York
25 ZIP codes · Avg score 54/100 · Grade D · Updated 2026-06-04
Systems across Allegany County's 25 ZIP codes show elevated violation counts — the county's low safety grade reflects that ongoing compliance pattern.
How Allegany County Compares
How Allegany County Compares
Allegany County scores 7 points below the New York state average (61/100) and 14 points below the national average (68/100).
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-04
ZIP Code Risk Map
Water Quality Map: Allegany County, New York
Each dot represents a ZIP code. Color indicates water quality grade. Tap a dot for details.
Key Risk Factors
Health risk index: 13.3 (asthma 11.2%, diabetes 11.1%)
Estimated additional annual cost per homeowner: $1,242, driven primarily by energy_code_gap
Infrastructure: 0.49% avg pipe failure probability, 92% of ZIPs at high risk
75.1% of homes built before 1978 (lead paint era)
Violation History (2022–2023)
→ Stable trendEPA violation counts by year across Allegany County water systems. Health-based shown in red, total in blue.
Peak year: 2023 with 5 violations. Past 5 years: 8 total (8 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: $1,242
Bar widths proportional to share of total annual risk cost. Source: compound risk model (FEMA, EPA, USGS).
Housing Age Distribution
22,501 housing units in Allegany 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 Allegany County
Water safety remediation is a moderate expense relative to home values. Most homeowners can address issues through staged improvements over time.
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 Allegany County residents
Black markers = national averages. Red = above national avg. Green = below. Source: CDC PLACES, Census ACS.
Water Systems with Most Violations
Top 5 systems in Allegany County ranked by EPA violation count.
| # | Water System | Population | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Alfred Village Water Supply | 1,300 | 62 |
| 2 | WELLSVILLE VILLAGE PUBLIC WATER | 5,700 | 32 |
| 3 | Alfred State College | 3,600 | 26 |
| 4 | Alfred University | 2,800 | 26 |
| 5 | Whitesville Water District | 475 | 23 |
23 total water systems serve Allegany County.
All ZIP Codes in Allegany County
25 ZIP codes tracked in Allegany County.
| # | ZIP Code | City | Safety Score | Grade | Violations | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 14717 | Caneadea | 70 | B | 0 | $149K |
| 2 | 14709 | Angelica | 69 | C | 3 | $79K |
| 3 | 14711 | Belfast | 69 | C | 3 | $89K |
| 4 | 14739 | Friendship | 66 | C | 6 | $66K |
| 5 | 14802 | Alfred | 65 | C | 26 (2 health) | $169K |
| 6 | 14735 | Fillmore | 64 | C | 6 | $104K |
| 7 | 14813 | Belmont | 64 | C | 9 | $90K |
| 8 | 14727 | Cuba | 62 | C | 10 (2 health) | $108K |
| 9 | 14745 | Hume | 60 | C | 6 | — |
| 10 | 14880 | Scio | 60 | C | 7 | $110K |
| 11 | 14806 | Andover | 58 | C | 5 | $89K |
| 12 | 14715 | Bolivar | 53 | D | 0 | $74K |
| 13 | 14744 | Houghton | 53 | D | 0 | $146K |
| 14 | 14884 | Swain | 53 | D | 0 | $117K |
| 15 | 14804 | Almond | 51 | D | 15 | $114K |
| 16 | 14822 | Canaseraga | 51 | D | 17 | $84K |
| 17 | 14897 | Whitesville | 48 | D | 23 | $64K |
| 18 | 14895 | Wellsville | 47 | D | 11 | $94K |
| 19 | 14707 | Allentown | 40 | D | 0 | $47K |
| 20 | 14708 | Alma | 40 | D | 0 | $58K |
| 21 | 14714 | Black Creek | 40 | D | 0 | $191K |
| 22 | 14774 | Richburg | 40 | D | 0 | $78K |
| 23 | 14777 | Rushford | 40 | D | 0 | $84K |
| 24 | 14786 | West Clarksville | 40 | D | 0 | — |
| 25 | 14803 | Alfred Station | 40 | D | 0 | $139K |
Recommended Buyer Guides for Allegany 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 — 75.1% of homes built before 1978
- 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
Deep Dive Reports
Detailed analysis for Allegany County, New York
Overview
Allegany County in New York covers 25 ZIP codes with an average Home Safety Score of D (54/100).
14 of 25 ZIP codes have recorded EPA violations. 4 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
Allegany 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
75.1% of homes in this county were built before 1978. Older plumbing and solder can leach lead into drinking water, especially in the morning.