Steuben County, New York
29 ZIP codes · Avg score 60/100 · Grade C · Updated 2026-07-19
ZipCheckup grade for Steuben: C.
A mixed picture - some signals here are worth your attention.
Steuben County: 29 ZIP codes, mid-range safety grade.
How Steuben County Compares
How Steuben County Compares
Steuben County scores 1 points below the New York state average (61/100) and 8 points below the national average (68/100).
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-07-19
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: 13.6 (asthma 11%, diabetes 11.5%)
Estimated additional annual cost per homeowner: $2,076, driven primarily by flood
Infrastructure: 0.514% avg pipe failure probability, 90% of ZIPs at high risk
72.4% of homes built before 1978 (lead paint era)
Violation History (2021–2025)
→ Stable trendEPA violation counts by year across Steuben County water systems. Health-based shown in red, total in blue.
Peak year: 2023 with 12 violations. Past 5 years: 28 total (28 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: $2,076
Bar widths proportional to share of total annual risk cost. Source: compound risk model (FEMA, EPA, USGS).
Housing Age Distribution
47,740 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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52 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
29 ZIP codes tracked in Steuben County.
| # | ZIP Code | City | Safety Score | Grade | Violations | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 14826 | Cohocton | 70 | B | 1 | $116K |
| 2 | 14807 | Arkport | 69 | C | 2 | $119K |
| 3 | 14858 | Lindley | 69 | C | 13 (1 health) | $143K |
| 4 | 14839 | Greenwood | 67 | C | 3 | $110K |
| 5 | 14572 | Wayland | 66 | C | 3 | $110K |
| 6 | 14808 | Atlanta | 66 | C | 0 | $75K |
| 7 | 14873 | Prattsburgh | 66 | C | 5 (1 health) | $118K |
| 8 | 14879 | Savona | 66 | C | 1 | $110K |
| 9 | 14885 | Troupsburg | 66 | C | 1 | $141K |
| 10 | 14809 | Avoca | 65 | C | 1 | $110K |
| 11 | 14840 | Hammondsport | 65 | C | 1 | $223K |
| 12 | 14801 | Addison | 64 | C | 3 | $111K |
| 13 | 14810 | Bath | 64 | C | 7 (1 health) | $113K |
| 14 | 14843 | Hornell | 63 | C | 2 (2 health) | $104K |
| 15 | 14874 | Pulteney | 63 | C | 3 (2 health) | $133K |
| 16 | 14821 | Campbell | 62 | C | 3 | $133K |
| 17 | 14823 | Canisteo | 61 | C | 2 | $113K |
| 18 | 14870 | Painted Post | 58 | C | 4 | $164K |
| 19 | 14819 | Cameron | 54 | D | 10 (4 health) | $84K |
| 20 | 14478 | Keuka Park | 53 | D | 0 | $392K |
| 21 | 14820 | Cameron Mills | 53 | D | 0 | $119K |
| 22 | 14855 | Jasper | 53 | D | 0 | $114K |
| 23 | 14856 | Kanona | 53 | D | 0 | — |
| 24 | 14893 | Wayne | 53 | D | 0 | — |
| 25 | 14898 | Woodhull | 53 | D | 0 | $119K |
| 26 | 14830 | Corning | 52 | D | 12 | $168K |
| 27 | 14831 | Corning | 52 | D | 12 | — |
| 28 | 14529 | Perkinsville | 40 | D | 0 | — |
| 29 | 14877 | Rexville | 40 | D | 0 | $115K |
Recommended Buyer Guides for Steuben County
Filtered against federal data, fitted to local risks.
- Best Lead Paint Test Kits — 72.4% 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
- Best Mold Test Kits — Flood-driven moisture and mold risk
Deep Dive Reports
Detailed analysis for Steuben County, New York
Overview
Steuben County in New York covers 29 ZIP codes with an average Home Safety Score of C (60/100).
20 of 29 ZIP codes have recorded EPA violations. 11 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.