COUNTY REPORT NY

Fulton County, New York

10 ZIP codes · Avg score 76/100 · Grade B · Updated 2026-06-03

In current tracking cycles, Fulton County — spanning 10 ZIP codes — records above-average water quality outcomes; the county's compliance history over recent years shows few departures from federal standards.

How Fulton County Compares

Fulton County76/100
New York avg61/100
National avg68/100

How Fulton County Compares

B
County Grade
76/100
Avg Safety Score
10
ZIP Codes
19
Water Systems

Fulton County scores 15 points above the New York state average (61/100) and 8 points above the national average (68/100).

Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-03

B
County Grade
76
Avg Safety Score
10
ZIP Codes
Best ZIP: 12117 (91/100)
Lowest ZIP: 12177 (66/100)
$180K
Median Home Value
$1,313
Avg Remediation (73% of home value)

ZIP Code Risk Map

Water Quality Map: Fulton County, New York

Each dot represents a ZIP code. Color indicates water quality grade. Tap a dot for details.

A B C D F

Key Risk Factors

Health risk index: 13.5 (asthma 11.4%, diabetes 11.3%)

Estimated additional annual cost per homeowner: $1,904, driven primarily by energy_code_gap

Infrastructure: 0.524% avg pipe failure probability, 100% of ZIPs at high risk

84.5% of homes built before 1978 (lead paint era)

Violation History (2021–2025)

→ Stable trend

EPA violation counts by year across Fulton County water systems. Health-based shown in red, total in blue.

2021
3 (3 health)
2022
8 (8 health)
2023
3 (3 health)
2024
8 (8 health)
2025
3 (3 health)

Peak year: 2022 with 8 violations. Past 5 years: 25 total (25 health-based).

Source: EPA SDWIS historical violations. Data may lag 6–12 months for the most recent year.

County Health Indicators vs National Average

Asthma 11.4% (national: 8.9%)
Diabetes 11.3% (national: 10.5%)
Obesity 35.5% (national: 32.4%)

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

Infrastructure Overview

1947
Median Build Year
84.5%
Pre-1978 Housing
52%
Pipe Failure Probability
100%
ZIPs at High Infra Risk
High
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: $1,904

Energy Code Gap $702/yr
Flood $440/yr
Water / Lead $350/yr

Bar widths proportional to share of total annual risk cost. Source: compound risk model (FEMA, EPA, USGS).

Housing Age Distribution

25,690 housing units in Fulton County

Pre-1940 39%
1940–1959 21%
1960–1979 19%
1980–1999 14%
2000+ 8%

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 Fulton County

$180K
Median Home Value
$1,313
Est. Remediation Cost
0.7%
of Home Value
Remediation as % of home value low burden

Remediation costs are relatively manageable for most homeowners in Fulton 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 Fulton County residents

Asthma 11.4% (US avg: 8.9%)
Diabetes 11.3% (US avg: 11%)
Obesity 35.5% (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 5 systems in Fulton County ranked by EPA violation count.

# Water System Population Violations
1 Indian Village 145 26
2 Petoff Garden Apartments 46 25
3 Broadalbin (v) 1,397 18
4 Union Mills Water District 60 18
5 Sacandaga Meadows Mobile Home 58 18

19 total water systems serve Fulton County.

All ZIP Codes in Fulton County

10 ZIP codes tracked in Fulton County.

# ZIP Code City Safety Score Grade Violations Home Value
1 12117 Mayfield 91 A 17 (1 health) $195K
2 12095 Johnstown 90 A 0 $160K
3 12025 Broadalbin 81 B 18 $223K
4 12032 Caroga Lake 73 B 0 $164K
5 12067 Feura Bush 73 B 0 $318K
6 12069 Fort Hunter 73 B 0 $152K
7 12086 Hagaman 73 B 0 $208K
8 12078 Gloversville 71 B 8 (3 health) $122K
9 12161 South Bethlehem 66 C 0
10 12177 Tribes Hill 66 C 0

Recommended Buyer Guides for Fulton County

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Overview

Fulton County in New York covers 10 ZIP codes with an average Home Safety Score of B (76/100).

3 of 10 ZIP codes have recorded EPA violations. 4 health-based violations have been documented.

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Data Sources

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is water safe in Fulton County?
Fulton County receives a grade of B, indicating generally safe tap water across its 10 ZIP codes.
How many water systems serve Fulton County?
Fulton County is served by 19 public water systems that supply drinking water to residents across 10 ZIP codes.
What is the biggest environmental risk in Fulton County?
The primary environmental risk factor in Fulton County is energy_code_gap. This contributes to an estimated additional annual cost of $1,904 per homeowner.
How old are homes in Fulton County?
The median home build year in Fulton County is 1947. 84.5% of homes were built before 1978, which means they may contain lead-based paint and older plumbing materials.
How does Fulton County compare to New York?
Fulton County has an average water safety score of 76/100, which is above the New York state average of 61/100.

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