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Miami County, Ohio

16 ZIP codes · Avg score 54/100 · Grade D · Updated 2026-06-03

Public water compliance in Miami County is below average — 16 ZIP codes, elevated violation rates.

How Miami County Compares

Miami County54/100
Ohio avg60/100
National avg68/100

How Miami County Compares

D
County Grade
54/100
Avg Safety Score
16
ZIP Codes
24
Water Systems

Miami County scores 6 points below the Ohio state average (60/100) and 14 points below the national average (68/100).

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

D
County Grade
54
Avg Safety Score
16
ZIP Codes
Best ZIP: 45318 (70/100)
Lowest ZIP: 45361 (40/100)
$188K
Median Home Value
$1,850
Avg Remediation (98% of home value)

ZIP Code Risk Map

Water Quality Map: Miami 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: 13.8 (asthma 10.8%, diabetes 12.9%)

Estimated additional annual cost per homeowner: $1,154, driven primarily by energy_code_gap

Infrastructure: 0.435% avg pipe failure probability, 75% of ZIPs at high risk

77.7% of homes built before 1978 (lead paint era)

County Health Indicators vs National Average

Asthma 10.8% (national: 8.9%)
Diabetes 12.9% (national: 10.5%)
Obesity 34.1% (national: 32.4%)

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

Infrastructure Overview

1957
Median Build Year
77.7%
Pre-1978 Housing
44%
Pipe Failure Probability
75%
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: $1,154

Energy Code Gap $489/yr
Water / Lead $297/yr
Flood $288/yr

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

Housing Age Distribution

47,151 housing units in Miami County

Pre-1940 24%
1940–1959 15%
1960–1979 26%
1980–1999 19%
2000+ 16%

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 Miami County

$188K
Median Home Value
$1,850
Est. Remediation Cost
1.0%
of Home Value
Remediation as % of home value low burden

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

Asthma 10.8% (US avg: 8.9%)
Diabetes 12.9% (US avg: 11%)
Obesity 34.1% (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 5 systems in Miami County ranked by EPA violation count.

# Water System Population Violations
1 Pleasant Hill Village Public Water System 1,226 20
2 TROY CITY PWS 26,305 10
3 Piqua City Public Water System 20,354 10
4 Miami Company-camp Troy Public Water System 3,742 10
5 Miami Company-n25a Extension 2,367 10

24 total water systems serve Miami County.

All ZIP Codes in Miami County

16 ZIP codes tracked in Miami County.

# ZIP Code City Safety Score Grade Violations Home Value
1 45318 Covington 70 B 0 $176K
2 45326 Fletcher 70 B 0 $149K
3 45383 West Milton 68 C 1 $149K
4 45359 Pleasant Hill 66 C 1 $187K
5 45337 Laura 61 C 8 (1 health) $226K
6 45371 Tipp City 61 C 3 $272K
7 45374 Troy 59 C 5
8 45356 Piqua 58 C 5 $145K
9 45317 Conover 53 D 0 $259K
10 45373 Troy 53 D 5 $234K
11 45308 Bradford 47 D 6 $165K
12 45310 Burkettsville 40 D 0 $189K
13 45339 Ludlow Falls 40 D 0 $233K
14 45348 New Weston 40 D 0 $227K
15 45350 North Star 40 D 0
16 45361 Potsdam 40 D 0 $117K

Recommended Buyer Guides for Miami County

Federal and certification sources drive the ordering: EPA monitoring data, NSF certifications, FEMA flood maps, and CDC lead guidance — guides surface only when county data warrants them.

Overview

Miami County in Ohio covers 16 ZIP codes with an average Home Safety Score of D (54/100).

8 of 16 ZIP codes have recorded EPA violations. 1 health-based violation have been documented.

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Data Sources

Updated daily.

What You Can Do

Miami County has a grade of D. Here are steps to protect your household.

1

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.

2

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

3

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.

4

Check for lead in your home

77.7% of homes in this county were built before 1978. Older plumbing and solder can leach lead into drinking water, especially in the morning.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is water safe in Miami County?
Miami County receives a grade of D. 1 of 16 ZIP codes have health-based violations. Independent water testing is recommended.
How many water systems serve Miami County?
Miami County is served by 24 public water systems that supply drinking water to residents across 16 ZIP codes.
What is the biggest environmental risk in Miami County?
The primary environmental risk factor in Miami County is energy_code_gap. This contributes to an estimated additional annual cost of $1,154 per homeowner.
How old are homes in Miami County?
The median home build year in Miami County is 1957. 77.7% of homes were built before 1978, which means they may contain lead-based paint and older plumbing materials.
How does Miami County compare to Ohio?
Miami County has an average water safety score of 54/100, which is below the Ohio state average of 60/100.

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