Stark County, North Dakota
8 ZIP codes · Avg score 59/100 · Grade C · Updated 2026-06-03
While Stark County avoids the worst tiers, a portion of its 8 ZIP codes have logged violations.
How Stark County Compares
How Stark County Compares
Stark County scores 3 points above the North Dakota state average (56/100) and 9 points below the national average (68/100).
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-03
ZIP Code Risk Map
Water Quality Map: Stark 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: 12.1 (asthma 9.8%, diabetes 9.5%)
Estimated additional annual cost per homeowner: $620, driven primarily by flood
Infrastructure: 0.369% avg pipe failure probability, 43% of ZIPs at high risk
60.6% 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: $620
Bar widths proportional to share of total annual risk cost. Source: compound risk model (FEMA, EPA, USGS).
Housing Age Distribution
15,787 housing units in Stark 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 Stark County
Remediation costs are relatively manageable for most homeowners in Stark 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 Stark 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 Stark County ranked by EPA violation count.
| # | Water System | Population | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | City of Taylor | 148 | 4 |
| 2 | City of Gladstone | 239 | 2 |
| 3 | City of South Heart | 301 | 1 |
| 4 | City of Dickinson | 25,679 | 0 |
| 5 | Southwest Water Authority | 8,537 | 0 |
10 total water systems serve Stark County.
All ZIP Codes in Stark County
8 ZIP codes tracked in Stark County.
| # | ZIP Code | City | Safety Score | Grade | Violations | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 58602 | Dickinson | 66 | C | 0 | — |
| 2 | 58655 | South Heart | 66 | C | 1 | $304K |
| 3 | 58601 | Dickinson | 65 | C | 0 | $269K |
| 4 | 58622 | Belfield | 62 | C | 0 | $218K |
| 5 | 58652 | Richardton | 62 | C | 0 | $197K |
| 6 | 58656 | Taylor | 60 | C | 4 | $254K |
| 7 | 58630 | Gladstone | 54 | D | 2 | $234K |
| 8 | 58641 | Lefor | 40 | D | 0 | — |
Recommended Buyer Guides for Stark County
Independent picks. EPA-grounded. Matched here.
- Best Lead Paint Test Kits — 60.6% 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 Stark County, North Dakota
Overview
Stark County in North Dakota covers 8 ZIP codes with an average Home Safety Score of C (59/100).
3 of 8 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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