COUNTY REPORT OH

Marion County, Ohio

8 ZIP codes · Avg score 55/100 · Grade C · Updated 2026-06-03

Safe water is the norm for most of Marion County's 8 ZIP codes — but a notable subset have documented violations that push the grade to the middle tier.

How Marion County Compares

Marion County55/100
Ohio avg60/100
National avg68/100

How Marion County Compares

C
County Grade
55/100
Avg Safety Score
8
ZIP Codes
4
Water Systems

Marion County scores 5 points below the Ohio state average (60/100) and 13 points below the national average (68/100).

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

C
County Grade
55
Avg Safety Score
8
ZIP Codes
Best ZIP: 43301 (62/100)
Lowest ZIP: 43337 (40/100)
$154K
Median Home Value
$2,025
Avg Remediation (132% of home value)

ZIP Code Risk Map

Water Quality Map: Marion 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: 15.8 (asthma 10.9%, diabetes 14.8%)

Estimated additional annual cost per homeowner: $1,336, driven primarily by sea_level

Infrastructure: 0.374% avg pipe failure probability, 63% of ZIPs at high risk

80.6% of homes built before 1978 (lead paint era)

County Health Indicators vs National Average

Asthma 10.9% (national: 8.9%)
Diabetes 14.8% (national: 10.5%)
Obesity 44.2% (national: 32.4%)

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

Infrastructure Overview

1955
Median Build Year
80.6%
Pre-1978 Housing
37%
Pipe Failure Probability
63%
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: $1,336

Sea Level Rise $400/yr
Energy Code Gap $338/yr
Flood $300/yr

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

Housing Age Distribution

24,788 housing units in Marion County

Pre-1940 28%
1940–1959 18%
1960–1979 29%
1980–1999 15%
2000+ 10%

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 Marion County

$154K
Median Home Value
$2,025
Est. Remediation Cost
1.3%
of Home Value
Remediation as % of home value low burden

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

Asthma 10.9% (US avg: 8.9%)
Diabetes 14.8% (US avg: 11%)
Obesity 44.2% (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 4 systems in Marion County ranked by EPA violation count.

# Water System Population Violations
1 Aqua Ohio - Marion 46,317 12
2 Aqua Ohio - Tiffin 20,035 12
3 Aqua Ohio - La Rue Village 800 12
4 Del-Company Water Company, Inc. 150,000 3

All ZIP Codes in Marion County

8 ZIP codes tracked in Marion County.

# ZIP Code City Safety Score Grade Violations Home Value
1 43301 Marion 62 C 3
2 43306 Marion 62 C 3
3 43307 Marion 62 C 3
4 43302 Marion 61 C 3 $140K
5 43314 Caledonia 53 D 0 $180K
6 43322 Green Camp 53 D 0 $119K
7 43341 New Bloomington 45 D 0 $163K
8 43337 Morral 40 D 0 $154K

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Overview

Marion County in Ohio covers 8 ZIP codes with an average Home Safety Score of C (55/100).

4 of 8 ZIP codes have recorded EPA violations. All violations are monitoring/reporting type.

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Data Sources

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is water safe in Marion County?
Marion County receives a grade of C. Some ZIP codes have recorded violations and residents in affected areas may want to test their water.
How many water systems serve Marion County?
Marion County is served by 4 public water systems that supply drinking water to residents across 8 ZIP codes.
What is the biggest environmental risk in Marion County?
The primary environmental risk factor in Marion County is sea_level. This contributes to an estimated additional annual cost of $1,336 per homeowner.
How old are homes in Marion County?
The median home build year in Marion County is 1955. 80.6% of homes were built before 1978, which means they may contain lead-based paint and older plumbing materials.
How does Marion County compare to Ohio?
Marion County has an average water safety score of 55/100, which is below the Ohio state average of 60/100.

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