Steuben County, New York
28 ZIP codes · Avg score 48/100 · Grade D · Updated
ZipCheckup grade for Steuben County: D.
Several federal signals point to home-safety risks in this ZIP.
Your top priority: see the breakdown below and consider a certified water filter. NSF certified filters →
Water safety in Steuben County ranks low - 28 ZIP codes, persistent health-based violations on record.
How Steuben County Compares
How Steuben County Compares
Steuben County scores 36 points below the New York state average (84/100) and 25 points below the national average (73/100).
Data: ZipCheckup Home Safety Score model 4.0.0; EPA SDWIS, UCMR 5, EPA radon zones, EPA AirData Last verified:
ZIP Code Risk Map
Water Quality Map: Steuben 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%, diabetes 11.5%)
Estimated additional annual cost per homeowner: $2,063, driven primarily by flood
72.1% of homes built before 1978 (lead paint era)
Violation History (2021–2025)
↑ Worsening trendEPA violation counts by year across Steuben County water systems. Health-based shown in red, total in blue.
Peak year: 2024 with 5 violations. Past 5 years: 13 total (13 health-based). Health-based violations are rising versus the prior 2-year window - worth closer monitoring.
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
Modeled area-level indicator, not a failure probability. Sources: Census ACS housing age, EPA DWINS infrastructure needs, EPA SDWIS violations, and EPA lead indicators.
Compound Risk Breakdown
Estimated additional annual cost per homeowner: $2,063
Bar widths proportional to share of total annual risk cost. Source: compound risk model (FEMA, EPA, USGS).
Housing Age Distribution
47,074 housing units in Steuben 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 Steuben 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 Steuben County residents
Black markers = national averages. Red = above national avg. Green = below. Source: CDC PLACES, Census ACS.
Water systems serving Steuben County
8 community water systems serving Steuben County.
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Show all 8 water systems
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13 total water systems serve Steuben County.
Systems with the most violations in Steuben County
5 water systems with recorded EPA violations.
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All ZIP Codes in Steuben County
28 ZIP codes tracked in Steuben County.
| # | ZIP Code | City | Safety Score | Grade | Violations | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 14810 | Bath | 57 | C | 28 | $113K |
| 2 | 14843 | Hornell | 50 | D | 50 (1 health) | $104K |
| 3 | 14870 | Painted Post | 49 | D | 3 | $164K |
| 4 | 14821 | Campbell | 48 | D | 3 | $133K |
| 5 | 14830 | Corning | 38 | F | 37 | $168K |
| 6 | 14529 | Perkinsville | — | — | — | |
| 7 | 14572 | Wayland | — | — | 2 | $110K |
| 8 | 14801 | Addison | — | — | 6 | $111K |
| 9 | 14807 | Arkport | — | — | 1 (1 health) | $119K |
| 10 | 14808 | Atlanta | — | — | $75K | |
| 11 | 14809 | Avoca | — | — | $110K | |
| 12 | 14819 | Cameron | — | — | 49 | $84K |
| 13 | 14820 | Cameron Mills | — | — | $119K | |
| 14 | 14823 | Canisteo | — | — | 49 | $113K |
| 15 | 14826 | Cohocton | — | — | 2 | $116K |
| 16 | 14827 | Coopers Plains | — | — | — | |
| 17 | 14831 | Corning | — | — | — | |
| 18 | 14839 | Greenwood | — | — | $110K | |
| 19 | 14840 | Hammondsport | — | — | $223K | |
| 20 | 14855 | Jasper | — | — | $114K | |
| 21 | 14856 | Kanona | — | — | — | |
| 22 | 14858 | Lindley | — | — | $143K | |
| 23 | 14873 | Prattsburgh | — | — | $118K | |
| 24 | 14874 | Pulteney | — | — | $133K | |
| 25 | 14877 | Rexville | — | — | $115K | |
| 26 | 14879 | Savona | — | — | $110K | |
| 27 | 14885 | Troupsburg | — | — | $141K | |
| 28 | 14898 | Woodhull | — | — | $119K |
Recommended Buyer Guides for Steuben County
Filtered against federal data, fitted to local risks.
- Best Water Filters for PFAS — PFAS detected in 3 ZIP codes
- Best Lead Paint Test Kits — 72.1% 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
- Best Sump Pumps — Flood is the top compound risk factor
Deep Dive Reports
Detailed analysis for Steuben County, New York
Overview
Steuben County in New York covers 28 tracked ZIP records with an average Home Safety Score of D (48/100) across 5 scored records.
11 of 11 ZIP codes with a reported violation count in the available EPA record have recorded EPA violations. 1 health-based violation appear in the available health breakdown.
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Data Sources
- Water quality: EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS)
- PFAS screening: EPA UCMR 5
- Radon zones: EPA Map of Radon Zones
- Air quality: EPA AirData annual AQI
- Home values: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (median estimates by ZCTA)
Reporting periods vary by source. Missing data is shown as unavailable, not as zero.
What You Can Do
Steuben 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
72.1% of homes in this county were built before 1978. Older plumbing and solder can leach lead into drinking water, especially in the morning.