Montgomery County, New York
9 ZIP codes · Avg score 63/100 · Grade C · Updated 2026-06-04
For most households in Montgomery County, the 9 tracked ZIP codes show adequate but uneven water quality.
How Montgomery County Compares
How Montgomery County Compares
Montgomery County scores 2 points above the New York state average (61/100) and 5 points below the national average (68/100).
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-04
ZIP Code Risk Map
Water Quality Map: Montgomery 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: 13.7 (asthma 11%, diabetes 11.5%)
Estimated additional annual cost per homeowner: $1,754, driven primarily by flood
Infrastructure: 0.554% avg pipe failure probability, 63% of ZIPs at high risk
74.6% of homes built before 1978 (lead paint era)
Violation History (2021–2025)
→ Stable trendEPA violation counts by year across Montgomery County water systems. Health-based shown in red, total in blue.
Peak year: 2022 with 12 violations. Past 5 years: 38 total (38 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: $1,754
Bar widths proportional to share of total annual risk cost. Source: compound risk model (FEMA, EPA, USGS).
Housing Age Distribution
21,670 housing units in Montgomery 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 Montgomery County
Remediation costs are relatively manageable for most homeowners in Montgomery 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 Montgomery 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 Montgomery County ranked by EPA violation count.
| # | Water System | Population | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Amsterdam (c) | 20,700 | 42 |
| 2 | Charlton Water District (glenville) | 2,000 | 42 |
| 3 | Broadalbin (v) | 1,397 | 42 |
| 4 | Amsterdam (t) | 3,000 | 42 |
| 5 | Florida (t) Water District | 432 | 42 |
17 total water systems serve Montgomery County.
All ZIP Codes in Montgomery County
9 ZIP codes tracked in Montgomery County.
| # | ZIP Code | City | Safety Score | Grade | Violations | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 12070 | Fort Johnson | 83 | B | 1 | $164K |
| 2 | 13317 | Canajoharie | 81 | B | 2 | $120K |
| 3 | 13428 | Palatine Bridge | 79 | B | 2 | $169K |
| 4 | 13410 | Nelliston | 75 | B | 0 | $56K |
| 5 | 13339 | Fort Plain | 66 | C | 5 | $93K |
| 6 | 12072 | Fultonville | 57 | C | 11 (6 health) | $185K |
| 7 | 12016 | Auriesville | 53 | D | 0 | — |
| 8 | 12068 | Fonda | 47 | D | 13 (11 health) | $171K |
| 9 | 12010 | Amsterdam | 30 | F | 42 (17 health) | $162K |
Recommended Buyer Guides for Montgomery County
Editorial methodology pairs each documented risk in this county with the buyer category that addresses it, drawing on water-quality detections, housing-stock lead exposure, EPA Radon Zone designation, and FEMA flood and wildfire ratings. NSF-certified options surface where applicable, and products that match the specific contaminant take priority.
- Best Water Filters for Lead — Lead above EPA action level in 1 ZIP code
- Best Lead Paint Test Kits — 74.6% of homes built before 1978
- Best Under-Sink Reverse Osmosis Systems — Multi-contaminant removal at the kitchen tap
- Best Sump Pumps — Flood is the top compound risk factor
- Best Mold Test Kits — Flood-driven moisture and mold risk
Deep Dive Reports
Detailed analysis for Montgomery County, New York
Overview
Montgomery County in New York covers 9 ZIP codes with an average Home Safety Score of C (63/100).
7 of 9 ZIP codes have recorded EPA violations. 34 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.