Meigs County, Ohio
10 ZIP codes · Avg score 69/100 · Grade C · Updated 2026-06-03
Water safety in Meigs County is uneven — some of its 10 ZIP codes meet standards cleanly while others carry documented violations.
How Meigs County Compares
How Meigs County Compares
Meigs County scores 9 points above the Ohio state average (60/100) and 1 points above the national average (68/100).
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-03
ZIP Code Risk Map
Water Quality Map: Meigs County, Ohio
Each dot represents a ZIP code. Color indicates water quality grade. Tap a dot for details.
Key Risk Factors
Health risk index: 17.5 (asthma 11.6%, diabetes 17.1%)
Estimated additional annual cost per homeowner: $1,348, driven primarily by flood
Infrastructure: 0.38% avg pipe failure probability, 33% of ZIPs at high risk
58.1% 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: $1,348
Bar widths proportional to share of total annual risk cost. Source: compound risk model (FEMA, EPA, USGS).
Housing Age Distribution
9,261 housing units in Meigs 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 Meigs County
Remediation costs are relatively manageable for most homeowners in Meigs 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 Meigs 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 Meigs County ranked by EPA violation count.
| # | Water System | Population | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | LEADING CREEK CONSERVANCY DISTRICT | 6,663 | 18 |
| 2 | Syracuse Village Public Water System | 826 | 15 |
| 3 | MIDDLEPORT VILLAGE PWS | 2,446 | 14 |
| 4 | Pomeroy Village Public Water System | 1,800 | 14 |
| 5 | TUPPERS PLAINS/CHESTER WATER DISTRICT | 16,087 | 1 |
6 total water systems serve Meigs County.
All ZIP Codes in Meigs County
10 ZIP codes tracked in Meigs County.
| # | ZIP Code | City | Safety Score | Grade | Violations | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 45779 | Syracuse | 82 | B | 5 (1 health) | $116K |
| 2 | 45743 | Long Bottom | 81 | B | 1 | $169K |
| 3 | 45771 | Racine | 78 | B | 0 | $149K |
| 4 | 45760 | Middleport | 74 | B | 4 (1 health) | $82K |
| 5 | 45775 | Rutland | 72 | B | 4 (1 health) | $114K |
| 6 | 45769 | Pomeroy | 69 | C | 10 (1 health) | $111K |
| 7 | 45720 | Chester | 63 | C | 0 | — |
| 8 | 45770 | Portland | 63 | C | 0 | $121K |
| 9 | 45620 | Cheshire | 55 | C | 0 | $166K |
| 10 | 45741 | Langsville | 55 | C | 0 | $97K |
Recommended Buyer Guides for Meigs County
Independent picks. EPA-grounded. Matched here.
- Best Lead Paint Test Kits — 58.1% of homes built before 1978
- Best Under-Sink Reverse Osmosis Systems — Multi-contaminant removal at the kitchen tap
- 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 Meigs County, Ohio
Overview
Meigs County in Ohio covers 10 ZIP codes with an average Home Safety Score of C (69/100).
5 of 10 ZIP codes have recorded EPA violations. 4 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.