Pike County, Ohio
7 ZIP codes · Avg score 52/100 · Grade D · Updated 2026-06-03
Poor compliance rates put Pike County in the bottom safety tier — 7 ZIP codes, below the state average.
How Pike County Compares
How Pike County Compares
Pike County scores 8 points below the Ohio state average (60/100) and 16 points below the national average (68/100).
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-03
ZIP Code Risk Map
Water Quality Map: Pike 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 (asthma 11.9%, diabetes 16%)
Estimated additional annual cost per homeowner: $1,256, driven primarily by flood
Infrastructure: 0.382% avg pipe failure probability, 40% of ZIPs at high risk
63.6% 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: $1,256
Bar widths proportional to share of total annual risk cost. Source: compound risk model (FEMA, EPA, USGS).
Housing Age Distribution
15,568 housing units in Pike 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 Pike County
Remediation costs are relatively manageable for most homeowners in Pike 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 Pike 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 Pike County ranked by EPA violation count.
| # | Water System | Population | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | PIKETON VILLAGE PWS | 2,181 | 20 |
| 2 | PIKE WATER, INC.-PLANT PWS | 15,487 | 19 |
| 3 | Waverly City Public Water System | 4,433 | 9 |
| 4 | Ross County Water Company Inc. | 35,345 | 9 |
| 5 | Pike Water, Inc.-ross 2 Public Water System | 873 | 9 |
10 total water systems serve Pike County.
All ZIP Codes in Pike County
7 ZIP codes tracked in Pike County.
| # | ZIP Code | City | Safety Score | Grade | Violations | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 45648 | Lucasville | 65 | C | 1 | $155K |
| 2 | 45613 | Beaver | 63 | C | 3 | $150K |
| 3 | 45661 | Piketon | 57 | C | 7 | $127K |
| 4 | 45642 | Jasper | 53 | D | 0 | — |
| 5 | 45690 | Waverly | 47 | D | 9 | $154K |
| 6 | 45673 | Richmond Dale | 40 | D | 0 | $89K |
| 7 | 45683 | Stockdale | 40 | D | 0 | — |
Recommended Buyer Guides for Pike County
Editorial-only picks, screened against the EPA detections on file.
- Best Lead Paint Test Kits — 63.6% of homes built before 1978
- 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 Pike County, Ohio
Overview
Pike County in Ohio covers 7 ZIP codes with an average Home Safety Score of D (52/100).
4 of 7 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.
What You Can Do
Pike County has a grade of D. Here are steps to protect your household.
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.
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
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.
Check for lead in your home
63.6% of homes in this county were built before 1978. Older plumbing and solder can leach lead into drinking water, especially in the morning.