Pickaway County, Ohio
5 ZIP codes · Avg score 61/100 · Grade C · Updated 2026-06-03
Although much of Pickaway County meets baseline standards, some of its 5 ZIP codes show violations that merit closer attention.
How Pickaway County Compares
How Pickaway County Compares
Pickaway 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: Pickaway County, Ohio
Each dot represents a ZIP code. Color indicates water quality grade. Tap a dot for details.
Key Risk Factors
Health risk index: 14.4 (asthma 11%, diabetes 12.6%)
Estimated additional annual cost per homeowner: $982, driven primarily by flood
Infrastructure: 0.334% avg pipe failure probability, 40% of ZIPs at high risk
49.6% 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: $982
Bar widths proportional to share of total annual risk cost. Source: compound risk model (FEMA, EPA, USGS).
Housing Age Distribution
20,404 housing units in Pickaway 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 Pickaway County
Remediation costs are relatively manageable for most homeowners in Pickaway 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 Pickaway 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 Pickaway County ranked by EPA violation count.
| # | Water System | Population | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Commercial Point Village | 3,497 | 8 |
| 2 | Ashville Village Public Water System | 4,298 | 7 |
| 3 | COLUMBUS PUBLIC WATER SYSTEM | 1,305,946 | 7 |
| 4 | Circleville City Public Water System | 13,927 | 2 |
| 5 | Earnhart Hill Water District Public Water System | 10,057 | 2 |
8 total water systems serve Pickaway County.
All ZIP Codes in Pickaway County
5 ZIP codes tracked in Pickaway County.
| # | ZIP Code | City | Safety Score | Grade | Violations | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 43103 | Ashville | 66 | C | 7 | $237K |
| 2 | 43145 | New Holland | 66 | C | 0 | $171K |
| 3 | 43116 | Commercial Point | 64 | C | 1 | $338K |
| 4 | 43113 | Circleville | 58 | C | 2 | $218K |
| 5 | 43146 | Orient | 53 | D | 0 | $292K |
Recommended Buyer Guides for Pickaway County
Editorial-only picks, screened against the EPA detections on file.
- Best Radon Test Kits — EPA Radon Zone 1 (highest risk) dominant in county
- 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 Pickaway County, Ohio
Overview
Pickaway County in Ohio covers 5 ZIP codes with an average Home Safety Score of C (61/100).
3 of 5 ZIP codes have recorded EPA violations. All violations are monitoring/reporting type.
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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.