Perry County, Pennsylvania
13 ZIP codes · Avg score 44/100 · Grade D · Updated 2026-06-03
Across Perry County's 13 ZIP codes, EPA data shows a below-average compliance pattern — health-based violations are documented in several areas, and independent testing is a reasonable step for concerned households.
How Perry County Compares
How Perry County Compares
Perry County scores 11 points below the Pennsylvania state average (55/100) and 24 points below the national average (68/100).
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-03
ZIP Code Risk Map
Water Quality Map: Perry County, Pennsylvania
Each dot represents a ZIP code. Color indicates water quality grade. Tap a dot for details.
Key Risk Factors
Estimated additional annual cost per homeowner: $2,395, driven primarily by flood
Infrastructure: 0.481% avg pipe failure probability, 100% of ZIPs at high risk
67.2% of homes built before 1978 (lead paint era)
Violation History (2021–2026)
↑ Worsening trendEPA violation counts by year across Perry County water systems. Health-based shown in red, total in blue.
Peak year: 2025 with 6 violations. Past 5 years: 17 total (17 health-based). Health-based violations are rising versus the prior 2-year window — worth closer monitoring.
Source: EPA SDWIS historical violations. Data may lag 6–12 months for the most recent year.
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: $2,395
Bar widths proportional to share of total annual risk cost. Source: compound risk model (FEMA, EPA, USGS).
Housing Age Distribution
18,874 housing units in Perry 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 Perry County
Remediation costs are relatively manageable for most homeowners in Perry 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.
Water Systems with Most Violations
Top 5 systems in Perry County ranked by EPA violation count.
| # | Water System | Population | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | LOYSVILLE YOUTH DEV CTR | 249 | 55 |
| 2 | Shermans Valley Apts Perlo Iii | 45 | 55 |
| 3 | Perlo Ridge Apts | 42 | 55 |
| 4 | Jackson Mhp | 300 | 41 |
| 5 | Brush Creek Country Estates | 98 | 41 |
22 total water systems serve Perry County.
All ZIP Codes in Perry County
13 ZIP codes tracked in Perry County.
| # | ZIP Code | City | Safety Score | Grade | Violations | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 17068 | New Bloomfield | 57 | C | 7 | $200K |
| 2 | 17062 | Millerstown | 54 | D | 3 | $233K |
| 3 | 17021 | East Waterford | 53 | D | 0 | $198K |
| 4 | 17071 | New Germantown | 53 | D | 0 | $166K |
| 5 | 17045 | Liverpool | 48 | D | 5 | $215K |
| 6 | 17037 | Ickesburg | 45 | D | 0 | $216K |
| 7 | 17040 | Landisburg | 45 | D | 41 (6 health) | $248K |
| 8 | 17006 | Blain | 44 | D | 3 | $168K |
| 9 | 17047 | Loysville | 43 | D | 55 (2 health) | $262K |
| 10 | 17035 | Honey Grove | 40 | D | 0 | $204K |
| 11 | 17090 | Shermans Dale | 34 | F | 7 | $247K |
| 12 | 17074 | Newport | 30 | F | 10 | $212K |
| 13 | 17020 | Duncannon | 26 | F | 21 (4 health) | $216K |
Recommended Buyer Guides for Perry County
Where county records show a lead exceedance or pre-1978 housing concentration, lead-specific filters and test kits move toward the top of the list.
- Best Water Filters for Lead — Lead above EPA action level in 5 ZIP codes
- Best Lead Paint Test Kits — 67.2% of homes built before 1978
- Best Under-Sink Reverse Osmosis Systems — Multi-contaminant removal at the kitchen tap
- Best Radon Test Kits — EPA Radon Zone 1 (highest risk) dominant in county
- Best Sump Pumps — Flood is the top compound risk factor
Deep Dive Reports
Detailed analysis for Perry County, Pennsylvania
Overview
Perry County in Pennsylvania covers 13 ZIP codes with an average Home Safety Score of D (44/100).
9 of 13 ZIP codes have recorded EPA violations. 12 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.
What You Can Do
Perry 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
67.2% of homes in this county were built before 1978. Older plumbing and solder can leach lead into drinking water, especially in the morning.