Burleigh County, North Dakota
14 ZIP codes · Avg score 51/100 · Grade D · Updated 2026-06-04
Monitoring across Burleigh County's 14 ZIP codes reveals a persistent pattern of below-average water quality — multiple areas carry documented health violations, and the data has shown little improvement over recent reporting cycles.
How Burleigh County Compares
How Burleigh County Compares
Burleigh County scores 5 points below the North Dakota state average (56/100) and 17 points below the national average (68/100).
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-04
ZIP Code Risk Map
Water Quality Map: Burleigh County, North Dakota
Each dot represents a ZIP code. Color indicates water quality grade. Tap a dot for details.
Key Risk Factors
Health risk index: 12.2 (asthma 10.2%, diabetes 10.1%)
Estimated additional annual cost per homeowner: $1,054, driven primarily by flood
Infrastructure: 0.336% avg pipe failure probability, 21% of ZIPs at high risk
64.5% of homes built before 1978 (lead paint era)
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: $1,054
Bar widths proportional to share of total annual risk cost. Source: compound risk model (FEMA, EPA, USGS).
Housing Age Distribution
42,841 housing units in Burleigh 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 Burleigh County
Remediation costs are relatively manageable for most homeowners in Burleigh 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 Burleigh 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 Burleigh County ranked by EPA violation count.
| # | Water System | Population | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | WING CITY OF | 152 | 2 |
| 2 | City of Bismarck | 72,417 | 0 |
| 3 | South Central Rwd North Burleigh | 10,400 | 0 |
| 4 | South Central Regional Water District | 3,700 | 0 |
| 5 | South Central Rwd-emmons | 3,650 | 0 |
8 total water systems serve Burleigh County.
All ZIP Codes in Burleigh County
14 ZIP codes tracked in Burleigh County.
| # | ZIP Code | City | Safety Score | Grade | Violations | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 58558 | Menoken | 70 | B | 0 | $339K |
| 2 | 58494 | Wing | 65 | C | 2 | $154K |
| 3 | 58502 | Bismarck | 62 | C | 0 | — |
| 4 | 58501 | Bismarck | 57 | C | 0 | $276K |
| 5 | 58505 | Bismarck | 55 | C | 0 | — |
| 6 | 58506 | Bismarck | 55 | C | 0 | — |
| 7 | 58507 | Bismarck | 55 | C | 0 | — |
| 8 | 58503 | Bismarck | 52 | D | 0 | $383K |
| 9 | 58504 | Bismarck | 47 | D | 0 | $282K |
| 10 | 58477 | Regan | 40 | D | 0 | $161K |
| 11 | 58521 | Baldwin | 40 | D | 0 | $433K |
| 12 | 58566 | Saint Anthony | 40 | D | 0 | $307K |
| 13 | 58570 | Solen | 40 | D | 0 | $134K |
| 14 | 58572 | Sterling | 40 | D | 0 | $461K |
Recommended Buyer Guides for Burleigh County
Eight risk categories drive the selection — PFAS exceedance, lead above EPA action level, pre-1978 housing share, EPA Radon Zone 1, flood-top-risk, wildfire-top-risk, multi-contaminant load, and a baseline fallback — and each category maps to a specific buyer-guide track that surfaces when the county data hits its threshold for that hazard signal.
- Best Lead Paint Test Kits — 64.5% of homes built before 1978
- 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 Burleigh County, North Dakota
Overview
Burleigh County in North Dakota covers 14 ZIP codes with an average Home Safety Score of D (51/100).
1 of 14 ZIP codes have recorded EPA violations. All violations are monitoring/reporting type.
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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.
What You Can Do
Burleigh 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
64.5% of homes in this county were built before 1978. Older plumbing and solder can leach lead into drinking water, especially in the morning.