COUNTY REPORT ND

Eddy County, North Dakota

2 ZIP codes · Avg score 63/100 · Grade C · Updated 2026-06-03

Compared to top-scoring counties, Eddy County's 2 ZIP codes land in the middle tier — some meet standards cleanly, others carry documented violations, and the gap between the best and worst areas is wider than average.

How Eddy County Compares

Eddy County63/100
North Dakota avg56/100
National avg68/100

How Eddy County Compares

C
County Grade
63/100
Avg Safety Score
2
ZIP Codes
4
Water Systems

Eddy County scores 7 points above the North Dakota state average (56/100) and 5 points below the national average (68/100).

Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-03

C
County Grade
63
Avg Safety Score
2
ZIP Codes
Best ZIP: 58374 (64/100)
Lowest ZIP: 58356 (62/100)
$112K
Median Home Value
$2,400
Avg Remediation (214% of home value)

Key Risk Factors

Health risk index: 14.7 (asthma 10.5%, diabetes 13.5%)

Estimated additional annual cost per homeowner: $1,145, driven primarily by flood

Infrastructure: 0.45% avg pipe failure probability, 100% of ZIPs at high risk

78% of homes built before 1978 (lead paint era)

County Health Indicators vs National Average

Asthma 10.5% (national: 8.9%)
Diabetes 13.5% (national: 10.5%)
Obesity 38.7% (national: 32.4%)

Black markers indicate national averages. Source: CDC PLACES, Census ACS.

Infrastructure Overview

1972
Median Build Year
78%
Pre-1978 Housing
45%
Pipe Failure Probability
100%
ZIPs at High Infra Risk
High
Lead Pipe Risk

Sources: Census ACS (housing age), EPA SDWIS (infrastructure risk model), state bridge inspection data.

Compound Risk Breakdown

Estimated additional annual cost per homeowner: $1,145

Flood $600/yr
Water / Lead $275/yr
Energy Code Gap $270/yr

Bar widths proportional to share of total annual risk cost. Source: compound risk model (FEMA, EPA, USGS).

Housing Age Distribution

1,349 housing units in Eddy County

Pre-1940 20%
1940–1959 18%
1960–1979 35%
1980–1999 18%
2000+ 9%

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 Eddy County

$112K
Median Home Value
$2,400
Est. Remediation Cost
2.1%
of Home Value
Remediation as % of home value moderate burden

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 Eddy County residents

Asthma 10.5% (US avg: 8.9%)
Diabetes 13.5% (US avg: 11%)
Obesity 38.7% (US avg: 32.4%)

Black markers = national averages. Red = above national avg. Green = below. Source: CDC PLACES, Census ACS.

Water Systems with Most Violations

Top 4 systems in Eddy County ranked by EPA violation count.

# Water System Population Violations
1 Greater Ramsey Water District 5,280 6
2 Central Plains Water District 3,504 6
3 City of New Rockford 1,391 3
4 City of Sheyenne 204 3

All ZIP Codes in Eddy County

2 ZIP codes tracked in Eddy County.

# ZIP Code City Safety Score Grade Violations Home Value
1 58374 Sheyenne 64 C 3 $112K
2 58356 New Rockford 62 C 3 $113K

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Overview

Eddy County in North Dakota covers 2 ZIP codes with an average Home Safety Score of C (63/100).

2 of 2 ZIP codes have recorded EPA violations. All violations are monitoring/reporting type.

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Data Sources

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is water safe in Eddy County?
Eddy County receives a grade of C. Some ZIP codes have recorded violations and residents in affected areas may want to test their water.
How many water systems serve Eddy County?
Eddy County is served by 4 public water systems that supply drinking water to residents across 2 ZIP codes.
What is the biggest environmental risk in Eddy County?
The primary environmental risk factor in Eddy County is flood. This contributes to an estimated additional annual cost of $1,145 per homeowner.
How old are homes in Eddy County?
The median home build year in Eddy County is 1972. 78% of homes were built before 1978, which means they may contain lead-based paint and older plumbing materials.
How does Eddy County compare to North Dakota?
Eddy County has an average water safety score of 63/100, which is above the North Dakota state average of 56/100.

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