Medina County, Ohio
17 ZIP codes · Avg score 68/100 · Grade C · Updated 2026-06-03
Tracking 17 ZIP codes in Medina County reveals a mixed picture — tap water quality varies meaningfully by location.
How Medina County Compares
How Medina County Compares
Medina County scores 8 points above the Ohio state average (60/100) and 0 points above the national average (68/100).
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-03
ZIP Code Risk Map
Water Quality Map: Medina 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: $1,534, driven primarily by flood
Infrastructure: 0.339% avg pipe failure probability, 6% of ZIPs at high risk
58.9% of homes built before 1978 (lead paint era)
Violation History (2024–2025)
→ Stable trendEPA violation counts by year across Medina County water systems. Health-based shown in red, total in blue.
Peak year: 2024 with 10 violations. Past 5 years: 12 total (12 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: $1,534
Bar widths proportional to share of total annual risk cost. Source: compound risk model (FEMA, EPA, USGS).
Housing Age Distribution
79,077 housing units in Medina 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 Medina County
Remediation costs are relatively manageable for most homeowners in Medina 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 Medina 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 Medina County ranked by EPA violation count.
| # | Water System | Population | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Medina Company/northwest Public Water System | 46,324 | 12 |
| 2 | CLEVELAND PUBLIC WATER SYSTEM | 1,308,955 | 7 |
| 3 | Medina City Public Water System | 25,956 | 6 |
| 4 | Medina Company/sharon-wadsworth Public Water System | 566 | 6 |
| 5 | Granger Lake Condo 1 Public Water System | 131 | 6 |
19 total water systems serve Medina County.
All ZIP Codes in Medina County
17 ZIP codes tracked in Medina County.
| # | ZIP Code | City | Safety Score | Grade | Violations | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 44214 | Burbank | 83 | B | 0 | $212K |
| 2 | 44254 | Lodi | 83 | B | 0 | $186K |
| 3 | 44275 | Spencer | 83 | B | 0 | $250K |
| 4 | 44233 | Hinckley | 82 | B | 4 (1 health) | $426K |
| 5 | 44273 | Seville | 82 | B | 2 (1 health) | $243K |
| 6 | 44258 | Medina | 77 | B | 3 | — |
| 7 | 44282 | Wadsworth | 72 | B | 0 | — |
| 8 | 44281 | Wadsworth | 70 | B | 0 | $262K |
| 9 | 44256 | Medina | 67 | C | 3 | $292K |
| 10 | 44274 | Sharon Center | 63 | C | 0 | — |
| 11 | 44286 | Richfield | 63 | C | 0 | $388K |
| 12 | 44880 | Sullivan | 63 | C | 0 | $237K |
| 13 | 44212 | Brunswick | 55 | C | 0 | $245K |
| 14 | 44280 | Valley City | 55 | C | 0 | $324K |
| 15 | 44235 | Homerville | 53 | D | 0 | $272K |
| 16 | 44253 | Litchfield | 53 | D | 0 | $260K |
| 17 | 44215 | Chippewa Lake | 50 | D | 0 | $202K |
Recommended Buyer Guides for Medina County
Strictly editorial — no paid placements influence which guides appear; the selection draws on NSF certifications and EPA detection records for water systems serving this county.
- Best Lead Paint Test Kits — 58.9% 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 Medina County, Ohio
Overview
Medina County in Ohio covers 17 ZIP codes with an average Home Safety Score of C (68/100).
4 of 17 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.