Hancock County, Ohio
14 ZIP codes · Avg score 52/100 · Grade D · Updated 2026-06-03
Poor compliance rates put Hancock County in the bottom safety tier — 14 ZIP codes, below the state average.
How Hancock County Compares
How Hancock County Compares
Hancock 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: Hancock County, Ohio
Each dot represents a ZIP code. Color indicates water quality grade. Tap a dot for details.
Key Risk Factors
Health risk index: 13.4 (asthma 10.6%, diabetes 12.1%)
Estimated additional annual cost per homeowner: $1,546, driven primarily by energy_code_gap
Infrastructure: 0.43% avg pipe failure probability, 64% of ZIPs at high risk
78.4% 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: $1,546
Bar widths proportional to share of total annual risk cost. Source: compound risk model (FEMA, EPA, USGS).
Housing Age Distribution
30,165 housing units in Hancock 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 Hancock County
Remediation costs are relatively manageable for most homeowners in Hancock 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 Hancock 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 Hancock County ranked by EPA violation count.
| # | Water System | Population | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Findlay City | 54,040 | 3 |
| 2 | FOSTORIA CITY | 13,441 | 3 |
| 3 | Arcadia Village | 564 | 3 |
| 4 | VANLUE VILLAGE | 340 | 2 |
| 5 | Arlington Village | 1,451 | 1 |
7 total water systems serve Hancock County.
All ZIP Codes in Hancock County
14 ZIP codes tracked in Hancock County.
| # | ZIP Code | City | Safety Score | Grade | Violations | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 45839 | Findlay | 70 | B | 0 | — |
| 2 | 45890 | Vanlue | 64 | C | 2 | $186K |
| 3 | 45814 | Arlington | 62 | C | 1 | $207K |
| 4 | 45881 | Rawson | 62 | C | 1 | $142K |
| 5 | 44804 | Arcadia | 54 | D | 3 (2 health) | $188K |
| 6 | 43451 | Portage | 53 | D | 0 | $177K |
| 7 | 43462 | Rudolph | 53 | D | 0 | $159K |
| 8 | 45867 | Mount Blanchard | 53 | D | 0 | $159K |
| 9 | 45840 | Findlay | 50 | D | 0 | $204K |
| 10 | 43414 | Dunbridge | 40 | D | 0 | — |
| 11 | 45816 | Benton Ridge | 40 | D | 0 | $122K |
| 12 | 45841 | Jenera | 40 | D | 0 | $250K |
| 13 | 45868 | Mount Cory | 40 | D | 0 | $146K |
| 14 | 45897 | Williamstown | 40 | D | 0 | — |
Recommended Buyer Guides for Hancock County
Below: editorial picks, no sponsored placements.
- Best Lead Paint Test Kits — 78.4% of homes built before 1978
- Best Radon Test Kits — EPA Radon Zone 1 (highest risk) dominant in county
Deep Dive Reports
Detailed analysis for Hancock County, Ohio
Overview
Hancock County in Ohio covers 14 ZIP codes with an average Home Safety Score of D (52/100).
4 of 14 ZIP codes have recorded EPA violations. 2 health-based violations 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
Hancock 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
78.4% of homes in this county were built before 1978. Older plumbing and solder can leach lead into drinking water, especially in the morning.