Franklin County, New York
22 ZIP codes · Avg score 77/100 · Grade B · Updated 2026-06-04
Spanning 22 ZIP codes, Franklin County posts strong drinking water compliance — most systems have never triggered a health-based notice.
How Franklin County Compares
How Franklin County Compares
Franklin County scores 16 points above the New York state average (61/100) and 9 points above the national average (68/100).
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-04
ZIP Code Risk Map
Water Quality Map: Franklin 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: 14.3 (asthma 11.4%, diabetes 12.1%)
Estimated additional annual cost per homeowner: $966, driven primarily by energy_code_gap
Infrastructure: 0.459% avg pipe failure probability, 86% of ZIPs at high risk
68% of homes built before 1978 (lead paint era)
Violation History (2022–2024)
→ Stable trendEPA violation counts by year across Franklin County water systems. Health-based shown in red, total in blue.
Peak year: 2024 with 7 violations. Past 5 years: 15 total (15 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: $966
Bar widths proportional to share of total annual risk cost. Source: compound risk model (FEMA, EPA, USGS).
Housing Age Distribution
21,870 housing units in Franklin 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 Franklin County
Remediation costs are relatively manageable for most homeowners in Franklin 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 Franklin 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 Franklin County ranked by EPA violation count.
| # | Water System | Population | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | SARANAC LAKE V | 5,345 | 17 |
| 2 | Tupper Lake V | 5,500 | 17 |
| 3 | Adirondack Correctional Facility | 2,400 | 17 |
| 4 | Jocks Mobile Estate | 160 | 6 |
| 5 | Countryside Community Mp Inc. | 100 | 4 |
13 total water systems serve Franklin County.
All ZIP Codes in Franklin County
22 ZIP codes tracked in Franklin County.
| # | ZIP Code | City | Safety Score | Grade | Violations | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 12915 | Brainardsville | 97 | A | 1 | — |
| 2 | 12966 | North Bangor | 96 | A | 3 | $119K |
| 3 | 12937 | Fort Covington | 95 | A | 0 | $103K |
| 4 | 12917 | Burke | 93 | A | 1 | $117K |
| 5 | 12920 | Chateaugay | 93 | A | 1 | $127K |
| 6 | 12970 | Paul Smiths | 89 | A | 1 | $300K |
| 7 | 12914 | Bombay | 84 | B | 2 | $90K |
| 8 | 12953 | Malone | 82 | B | 0 | $123K |
| 9 | 12957 | Moira | 80 | B | 4 | $88K |
| 10 | 12930 | Dickinson Center | 73 | B | 0 | $97K |
| 11 | 12955 | Lyon Mountain | 73 | B | 0 | $159K |
| 12 | 12995 | Whippleville | 73 | B | 0 | — |
| 13 | 13655 | Hogansburg | 73 | B | 0 | $197K |
| 14 | 12986 | Tupper Lake | 70 | B | 17 (17 health) | $132K |
| 15 | 12916 | Brushton | 66 | C | 0 | $90K |
| 16 | 12926 | Constable | 66 | C | 0 | $115K |
| 17 | 12939 | Gabriels | 66 | C | 0 | $278K |
| 18 | 12945 | Lake Clear | 66 | C | 0 | $256K |
| 19 | 12969 | Owls Head | 66 | C | 0 | $105K |
| 20 | 12976 | Rainbow Lake | 66 | C | 0 | $292K |
| 21 | 12980 | Saint Regis Falls | 66 | C | 0 | $98K |
| 22 | 13683 | Rooseveltown | 66 | C | 0 | — |
Recommended Buyer Guides for Franklin County
Independent picks. EPA-grounded. Matched here.
- Best Lead Paint Test Kits — 68% of homes built before 1978
- Best Under-Sink Reverse Osmosis Systems — Multi-contaminant removal at the kitchen tap
Deep Dive Reports
Detailed analysis for Franklin County, New York
Overview
Franklin County in New York covers 22 ZIP codes with an average Home Safety Score of B (77/100).
8 of 22 ZIP codes have recorded EPA violations. 17 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.