Champaign County, Ohio
12 ZIP codes · Avg score 52/100 · Grade D · Updated 2026-06-03
For households across Champaign County's 12 ZIP codes, below-average water safety data and recurring health violations make local monitoring worthwhile — checking the specific system serving an address is the most actionable starting point.
How Champaign County Compares
How Champaign County Compares
Champaign County scores 8 points below the Ohio state average (60/100) and 16 points below the national average (68/100).
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-03
ZIP Code Risk Map
Water Quality Map: Champaign County, Ohio
Each dot represents a ZIP code. Color indicates water quality grade. Tap a dot for details.
Key Risk Factors
Health risk index: 14.6 (asthma 11%, diabetes 12.9%)
Estimated additional annual cost per homeowner: $968, driven primarily by energy_code_gap
Infrastructure: 0.431% avg pipe failure probability, 60% of ZIPs at high risk
72.3% 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: $968
Bar widths proportional to share of total annual risk cost. Source: compound risk model (FEMA, EPA, USGS).
Housing Age Distribution
16,971 housing units in Champaign 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 Champaign County
Remediation costs are relatively manageable for most homeowners in Champaign 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 Champaign 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 Champaign County ranked by EPA violation count.
| # | Water System | Population | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | NORTH LEWISBURG VILLAGE PWS | 1,850 | 9 |
| 2 | Urbana City Public Water System | 11,428 | 7 |
| 3 | Hickory Grove Mobile Home Community | 70 | 7 |
| 4 | SPRING MEADOWS CARE CENTER | 42 | 6 |
| 5 | Saint Paris Village Public Water System | 2,089 | 4 |
8 total water systems serve Champaign County.
All ZIP Codes in Champaign County
12 ZIP codes tracked in Champaign County.
| # | ZIP Code | City | Safety Score | Grade | Violations | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 43044 | Mechanicsburg | 68 | C | 1 | $215K |
| 2 | 43072 | Saint Paris | 67 | C | 4 | $184K |
| 3 | 45389 | Christiansburg | 66 | C | 1 | $95K |
| 4 | 43060 | North Lewisburg | 65 | C | 2 | $165K |
| 5 | 43078 | Urbana | 63 | C | 7 (1 health) | $176K |
| 6 | 43084 | Woodstock | 59 | C | 6 | $213K |
| 7 | 43009 | Cable | 40 | D | 0 | $234K |
| 8 | 43047 | Mingo | 40 | D | 0 | — |
| 9 | 43083 | Westville | 40 | D | 0 | — |
| 10 | 43319 | East Liberty | 40 | D | 0 | $287K |
| 11 | 43336 | Middleburg | 40 | D | 0 | — |
| 12 | 45312 | Casstown | 40 | D | 0 | $254K |
Recommended Buyer Guides for Champaign County
Four sources — EPA, NSF, FEMA, CDC — drive the match.
- Best Lead Paint Test Kits — 72.3% of homes built before 1978
- Best Radon Test Kits — EPA Radon Zone 1 (highest risk) dominant in county
Deep Dive Reports
Detailed analysis for Champaign County, Ohio
Overview
Champaign County in Ohio covers 12 ZIP codes with an average Home Safety Score of D (52/100).
6 of 12 ZIP codes have recorded EPA violations. 1 health-based violation 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.
What You Can Do
Champaign 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
72.3% of homes in this county were built before 1978. Older plumbing and solder can leach lead into drinking water, especially in the morning.