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Greene County, Ohio

16 ZIP codes · Avg score 53/100 · Grade D · Updated 2026-06-03

Compared to state averages, Greene County scores below the baseline — health violations appear more frequently than the norm across its 16 ZIP codes.

How Greene County Compares

Greene County53/100
Ohio avg60/100
National avg68/100

How Greene County Compares

D
County Grade
53/100
Avg Safety Score
16
ZIP Codes
16
Water Systems

Greene County scores 7 points below the Ohio state average (60/100) and 15 points below the national average (68/100).

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

D
County Grade
53
Avg Safety Score
16
ZIP Codes
Best ZIP: 45370 (70/100)
Lowest ZIP: 45433 (32/100)
$232K
Median Home Value
$4,255
Avg Remediation (183% of home value)

ZIP Code Risk Map

Water Quality Map: Greene County, Ohio

Each dot represents a ZIP code. Color indicates water quality grade. Tap a dot for details.

A B C D F

Key Risk Factors

Health risk index: 13 (asthma 10.8%, diabetes 11.3%)

Estimated additional annual cost per homeowner: $1,474, driven primarily by energy_code_gap

Infrastructure: 0.447% avg pipe failure probability, 69% of ZIPs at high risk

72.2% of homes built before 1978 (lead paint era)

County Health Indicators vs National Average

Asthma 10.8% (national: 8.9%)
Diabetes 11.3% (national: 10.5%)
Obesity 37.9% (national: 32.4%)

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

Infrastructure Overview

1974
Median Build Year
72.2%
Pre-1978 Housing
45%
Pipe Failure Probability
69%
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: $1,474

Energy Code Gap $506/yr
Flood $450/yr
Water / Lead $438/yr

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

Housing Age Distribution

65,778 housing units in Greene County

Pre-1940 11%
1940–1959 27%
1960–1979 28%
1980–1999 17%
2000+ 16%

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 Greene County

$232K
Median Home Value
$4,255
Est. Remediation Cost
1.8%
of Home Value
Remediation as % of home value low burden

Remediation costs are relatively manageable for most homeowners in Greene 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 Greene County residents

Asthma 10.8% (US avg: 8.9%)
Diabetes 11.3% (US avg: 11%)
Obesity 37.9% (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 5 systems in Greene County ranked by EPA violation count.

# Water System Population Violations
1 Dayton Public Water System 141,407 30
2 Wright State University 8,948 30
3 Dayton Va Bldg 410 125 30
4 Woodbury Apartments Public Water System 120 30
5 Dayton Va Bldg 320 Pod a 95 30

16 total water systems serve Greene County.

All ZIP Codes in Greene County

16 ZIP codes tracked in Greene County.

# ZIP Code City Safety Score Grade Violations Home Value
1 45370 Spring Valley 70 B 0 $319K
2 45387 Yellow Springs 70 B 0 $288K
3 45314 Cedarville 68 C 2 $277K
4 45335 Jamestown 67 C 4 $187K
5 45385 Xenia 65 C 0 $197K
6 45305 Bellbrook 64 C 2 (1 health) $315K
7 45307 Bowersville 64 C 2 $115K
8 45384 Wilberforce 53 D 0 $207K
9 45430 Dayton 44 D 5 (1 health) $262K
10 45432 Dayton 44 D 5 (1 health) $182K
11 45434 Dayton 44 D 5 (1 health) $291K
12 45164 Port William 40 D 0 $80K
13 45316 Clifton 40 D 0 $232K
14 45419 Dayton 39 F 5 (1 health) $238K
15 45431 Dayton 39 F 5 (1 health) $198K
16 45433 Dayton 32 F 5 (1 health)

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Overview

Greene County in Ohio covers 16 ZIP codes with an average Home Safety Score of D (53/100).

10 of 16 ZIP codes have recorded EPA violations. 7 health-based violations have been documented.

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Data Sources

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What You Can Do

Greene County has a grade of D. Here are steps to protect your household.

1

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.

2

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

3

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.

4

Check for lead in your home

72.2% of homes in this county were built before 1978. Older plumbing and solder can leach lead into drinking water, especially in the morning.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is water safe in Greene County?
Greene County receives a grade of D. 7 of 16 ZIP codes have health-based violations. Independent water testing is recommended.
How many water systems serve Greene County?
Greene County is served by 16 public water systems that supply drinking water to residents across 16 ZIP codes.
What is the biggest environmental risk in Greene County?
The primary environmental risk factor in Greene County is energy_code_gap. This contributes to an estimated additional annual cost of $1,474 per homeowner.
How old are homes in Greene County?
The median home build year in Greene County is 1974. 72.2% of homes were built before 1978, which means they may contain lead-based paint and older plumbing materials.
How does Greene County compare to Ohio?
Greene County has an average water safety score of 53/100, which is below the Ohio state average of 60/100.

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