Lawrence County, Ohio
10 ZIP codes · Avg score 61/100 · Grade C · Updated 2026-06-03
Water safety in Lawrence County is uneven — some of its 10 ZIP codes meet standards cleanly while others carry documented violations.
How Lawrence County Compares
How Lawrence County Compares
Lawrence County scores 1 points above the Ohio state average (60/100) and 7 points below the national average (68/100).
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-03
ZIP Code Risk Map
Water Quality Map: Lawrence County, Ohio
Each dot represents a ZIP code. Color indicates water quality grade. Tap a dot for details.
Key Risk Factors
Health risk index: 16.1 (asthma 11.7%, diabetes 15.1%)
Estimated additional annual cost per homeowner: $1,926, driven primarily by flood
Infrastructure: 0.348% avg pipe failure probability, 11% of ZIPs at high risk
57.8% 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: $1,926
Bar widths proportional to share of total annual risk cost. Source: compound risk model (FEMA, EPA, USGS).
Housing Age Distribution
27,860 housing units in Lawrence 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 Lawrence County
Remediation costs are relatively manageable for most homeowners in Lawrence 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 Lawrence 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 Lawrence County ranked by EPA violation count.
| # | Water System | Population | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Hecla Water Association | 34,942 | 7 |
| 2 | SOUTH POINT VILLAGE | 4,133 | 7 |
| 3 | Ironton | 11,129 | 6 |
| 4 | PORTSMOUTH CITY | 40,475 | 6 |
| 5 | Scioto Water Inc.-sugar Camp | 6,458 | 6 |
7 total water systems serve Lawrence County.
All ZIP Codes in Lawrence County
10 ZIP codes tracked in Lawrence County.
| # | ZIP Code | City | Safety Score | Grade | Violations | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 45669 | Proctorville | 73 | B | 0 | $179K |
| 2 | 45638 | Ironton | 72 | B | 6 (1 health) | $119K |
| 3 | 45680 | South Point | 71 | B | 1 | $151K |
| 4 | 45623 | Crown City | 63 | C | 0 | $139K |
| 5 | 45696 | Willow Wood | 63 | C | 0 | $151K |
| 6 | 45645 | Kitts Hill | 55 | C | 0 | $84K |
| 7 | 45659 | Pedro | 55 | C | 0 | $104K |
| 8 | 45678 | Scottown | 55 | C | 0 | $90K |
| 9 | 45675 | Rock Camp | 53 | D | 0 | — |
| 10 | 45619 | Chesapeake | 50 | D | 0 | $147K |
Recommended Buyer Guides for Lawrence County
Editorial methodology pairs each documented risk in this county with the buyer category that addresses it, drawing on water-quality detections, housing-stock lead exposure, EPA Radon Zone designation, and FEMA flood and wildfire ratings. NSF-certified options surface where applicable, and products that match the specific contaminant take priority.
- Best Lead Paint Test Kits — 57.8% 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 Lawrence County, Ohio
Overview
Lawrence County in Ohio covers 10 ZIP codes with an average Home Safety Score of C (61/100).
2 of 10 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.