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
How Eddy County Compares
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
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
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: $1,145
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
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
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
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 |
Recommended Buyer Guides for Eddy County
Filtered against federal data, fitted to local risks.
- Best Lead Paint Test Kits — 78% 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
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
- Water quality: EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS)
- Home values: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (median estimates by ZCTA)
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