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
How Fulton County Compares
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
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.
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 trendEPA violation counts by year across Fulton County water systems. Health-based shown in red, total in blue.
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
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: $1,904
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
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
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
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
Four sources — EPA, NSF, FEMA, CDC — drive the match.
- Best Lead Paint Test Kits — 84.5% of homes built before 1978
- Best Under-Sink Reverse Osmosis Systems — Multi-contaminant removal at the kitchen tap
Deep Dive Reports
Detailed analysis for Fulton County, New York
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
- Water quality: EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS)
- Home values: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (median estimates by ZCTA)
Updated daily.