Geauga County, Ohio
21 ZIP codes · Avg score 64/100 · Grade C · Updated 2026-06-03
Spanning 21 ZIP codes, Geauga County lands near the national median for water safety — compliance results are mixed, and the county's middle-grade standing reflects genuine variability rather than a single systemic problem.
How Geauga County Compares
How Geauga County Compares
Geauga County scores 4 points above the Ohio state average (60/100) and 4 points below the national average (68/100).
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-03
ZIP Code Risk Map
Water Quality Map: Geauga County, Ohio
Each dot represents a ZIP code. Color indicates water quality grade. Tap a dot for details.
Key Risk Factors
Health risk index: 13.7 (asthma 10.5%, diabetes 12.8%)
Estimated additional annual cost per homeowner: $1,326, driven primarily by flood
Infrastructure: 0.378% avg pipe failure probability, 41% of ZIPs at high risk
66.4% of homes built before 1978 (lead paint era)
Violation History (2023–2024)
→ Stable trendEPA violation counts by year across Geauga County water systems. Health-based shown in red, total in blue.
Peak year: 2023 with 2 violations. Past 5 years: 4 total (4 health-based).
Source: EPA SDWIS historical violations. Data may lag 6–12 months for the most recent year.
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: $1,326
Bar widths proportional to share of total annual risk cost. Source: compound risk model (FEMA, EPA, USGS).
Housing Age Distribution
99,909 housing units in Geauga 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 Geauga County
Remediation costs are relatively manageable for most homeowners in Geauga 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 Geauga 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 Geauga County ranked by EPA violation count.
| # | Water System | Population | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Kimberly Estates | 235 | 7 |
| 2 | Geauga County-bainbridge | 3,000 | 6 |
| 3 | Holly Hill Health Care Residence | 128 | 6 |
| 4 | Burton Village Public Water System | 1,520 | 5 |
| 5 | Tanglewood Lake Water Company | 1,800 | 5 |
33 total water systems serve Geauga County.
All ZIP Codes in Geauga County
21 ZIP codes tracked in Geauga County.
| # | ZIP Code | City | Safety Score | Grade | Violations | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 44021 | Burton | 83 | B | 0 | $232K |
| 2 | 44046 | Huntsburg | 83 | B | 0 | $203K |
| 3 | 44086 | Thompson | 83 | B | 1 | $252K |
| 4 | 44065 | Newbury | 82 | B | 6 (1 health) | $283K |
| 5 | 44024 | Chardon | 81 | B | 1 | $298K |
| 6 | 44062 | Middlefield | 81 | B | 5 | $214K |
| 7 | 44026 | Chesterland | 76 | B | 1 | $311K |
| 8 | 44023 | Chagrin Falls | 75 | B | 5 | $422K |
| 9 | 44064 | Montville | 63 | C | 0 | $237K |
| 10 | 44439 | Mesopotamia | 63 | C | 0 | $169K |
| 11 | 44045 | Grand River | 55 | C | 0 | $149K |
| 12 | 44072 | Novelty | 55 | C | 0 | $330K |
| 13 | 44147 | Broadview Heights | 55 | C | 0 | $293K |
| 14 | 45040 | Mason | 55 | C | 0 | $404K |
| 15 | 44033 | East Claridon | 53 | D | 0 | — |
| 16 | 44073 | Novelty | 53 | D | 0 | — |
| 17 | 44096 | Willoughby | 53 | D | 0 | — |
| 18 | 44097 | Eastlake | 53 | D | 0 | — |
| 19 | 44099 | Windsor | 53 | D | 0 | $191K |
| 20 | 44094 | Willoughby | 50 | D | 0 | $248K |
| 21 | 44095 | Eastlake | 45 | D | 0 | $163K |
Recommended Buyer Guides for Geauga County
Retailer arrangements don't shape what appears here — the selection logic is independent, filtered against EPA detections and the federal hazard data on file for this county.
- Best Lead Paint Test Kits — 66.4% of homes built before 1978
- 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 Geauga County, Ohio
Overview
Geauga County in Ohio covers 21 ZIP codes with an average Home Safety Score of C (64/100).
6 of 21 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.