Shelby County, Ohio
14 ZIP codes · Avg score 55/100 · Grade C · Updated 2026-06-03
Water systems across Shelby County's 14 ZIP codes produce average compliance results overall — pockets with documented violations exist, and the variation between areas makes ZIP-level lookup the most useful tool for residents here.
How Shelby County Compares
How Shelby County Compares
Shelby County scores 5 points below the Ohio state average (60/100) and 13 points below the national average (68/100).
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-03
ZIP Code Risk Map
Water Quality Map: Shelby County, Ohio
Each dot represents a ZIP code. Color indicates water quality grade. Tap a dot for details.
Key Risk Factors
Health risk index: 14.6 (asthma 11%, diabetes 13.4%)
Estimated additional annual cost per homeowner: $1,136, driven primarily by energy_code_gap
Infrastructure: 0.399% avg pipe failure probability, 29% of ZIPs at high risk
68.2% 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: $1,136
Bar widths proportional to share of total annual risk cost. Source: compound risk model (FEMA, EPA, USGS).
Housing Age Distribution
21,635 housing units in Shelby 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 Shelby County
Remediation costs are relatively manageable for most homeowners in Shelby 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 Shelby 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 Shelby County ranked by EPA violation count.
| # | Water System | Population | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | FORT LORAMIE VILLAGE PWS | 1,524 | 16 |
| 2 | SIDNEY CITY PWS | 20,614 | 10 |
| 3 | Ohio Living Dorothy Love Public Water System | 471 | 10 |
| 4 | Anna Village Public Water System | 1,558 | 9 |
| 5 | Jackson Center Village Public Water System | 1,462 | 8 |
15 total water systems serve Shelby County.
All ZIP Codes in Shelby County
14 ZIP codes tracked in Shelby County.
| # | ZIP Code | City | Safety Score | Grade | Violations | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 45306 | Botkins | 70 | B | 1 | $237K |
| 2 | 45363 | Russia | 70 | B | 1 | $264K |
| 3 | 45845 | Fort Loramie | 70 | B | 0 | $280K |
| 4 | 45367 | Sidney | 65 | C | 5 (1 health) | — |
| 5 | 45334 | Jackson Center | 64 | C | 4 | $167K |
| 6 | 45302 | Anna | 62 | C | 3 | $210K |
| 7 | 45365 | Sidney | 59 | C | 5 (1 health) | $173K |
| 8 | 45360 | Port Jefferson | 53 | D | 0 | $104K |
| 9 | 45865 | Minster | 51 | D | 8 | $266K |
| 10 | 45333 | Houston | 40 | D | 0 | $173K |
| 11 | 45336 | Kettlersville | 40 | D | 0 | $135K |
| 12 | 45340 | Maplewood | 40 | D | 0 | $209K |
| 13 | 45351 | Osgood | 40 | D | 0 | $225K |
| 14 | 45388 | Yorkshire | 40 | D | 0 | $287K |
Recommended Buyer Guides for Shelby County
Below: editorial picks, no sponsored placements.
- Best Lead Paint Test Kits — 68.2% of homes built before 1978
- Best Radon Test Kits — EPA Radon Zone 1 (highest risk) dominant in county
Deep Dive Reports
Detailed analysis for Shelby County, Ohio
Overview
Shelby County in Ohio covers 14 ZIP codes with an average Home Safety Score of C (55/100).
7 of 14 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.