Schuylkill County, Pennsylvania
62 ZIP codes · Avg score 48/100 · Grade D · Updated 2026-06-03
Schuylkill County's water safety record falls below average — health-based violations are on file in a notable share of the county's 62 ZIP codes, and several systems have recorded exceedances that trigger federal notification requirements.
How Schuylkill County Compares
How Schuylkill County Compares
Schuylkill County scores 7 points below the Pennsylvania state average (55/100) and 20 points below the national average (68/100).
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-03
ZIP Code Risk Map
Water Quality Map: Schuylkill 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: $4,532, driven primarily by sea_level
Infrastructure: 0.526% avg pipe failure probability, 92% of ZIPs at high risk
87.3% of homes built before 1978 (lead paint era)
Violation History (2021–2026)
↓ Improving trendEPA violation counts by year across Schuylkill County water systems. Health-based shown in red, total in blue.
Peak year: 2021 with 21 violations. Past 5 years: 38 total (38 health-based). Health-based violations are declining versus the prior 2-year window.
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: $4,532
Bar widths proportional to share of total annual risk cost. Source: compound risk model (FEMA, EPA, USGS).
Housing Age Distribution
79,171 housing units in Schuylkill 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 Schuylkill County
Water safety remediation is a moderate expense relative to home values. Most homeowners can address issues through staged improvements over time.
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 Schuylkill County ranked by EPA violation count.
| # | Water System | Population | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | BLYTHE TWP MUNICIPAL AUTHORITY | 7,100 | 39 |
| 2 | TAMAQUA AREA WATER AUTHORITY | 8,000 | 37 |
| 3 | LANSFORD COALDALE JT WATER AUT | 9,300 | 34 |
| 4 | KLINE TOWNSHIP MUN AUTHORITY | 6,700 | 34 |
| 5 | Plum Creek Municipal Authority | 2,500 | 30 |
32 total water systems serve Schuylkill County.
All ZIP Codes in Schuylkill County
62 ZIP codes tracked in Schuylkill County.
| # | ZIP Code | City | Safety Score | Grade | Violations | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 17948 | Mahanoy City | 69 | C | 2 | $40K |
| 2 | 17959 | New Philadelphia | 69 | C | 3 | $81K |
| 3 | 17901 | Pottsville | 62 | C | 6 | $131K |
| 4 | 17967 | Ringtown | 62 | C | 0 | $183K |
| 5 | 17921 | Ashland | 61 | C | 8 | $136K |
| 6 | 18237 | Mcadoo | 61 | C | 9 | $90K |
| 7 | 17972 | Schuylkill Haven | 57 | C | 7 | $166K |
| 8 | 17980 | Tower City | 57 | C | 7 | $128K |
| 9 | 19549 | Port Clinton | 57 | C | 0 | $128K |
| 10 | 17960 | New Ringgold | 56 | C | 3 | $217K |
| 11 | 17968 | Sacramento | 56 | C | 6 | $160K |
| 12 | 17983 | Valley View | 56 | C | 3 | $147K |
| 13 | 17952 | Mary D | 54 | D | 12 (1 health) | $57K |
| 14 | 17832 | Marion Heights | 53 | D | 0 | $88K |
| 15 | 17834 | Kulpmont | 53 | D | 0 | $87K |
| 16 | 17881 | Trevorton | 53 | D | 0 | $112K |
| 17 | 17888 | Wilburton | 53 | D | 0 | $117K |
| 18 | 17923 | Branchdale | 53 | D | 0 | $77K |
| 19 | 17925 | Brockton | 53 | D | 0 | $115K |
| 20 | 17930 | Cumbola | 53 | D | 0 | $89K |
| 21 | 17938 | Hegins | 53 | D | 0 | $214K |
| 22 | 17944 | Llewellyn | 53 | D | 0 | $103K |
| 23 | 17946 | Lost Creek | 53 | D | 0 | $163K |
| 24 | 17949 | Mahanoy Plane | 53 | D | 0 | $38K |
| 25 | 17976 | Shenandoah | 53 | D | 0 | $48K |
| 26 | 17979 | Summit Station | 53 | D | 0 | — |
| 27 | 17981 | Tremont | 53 | D | 5 | $85K |
| 28 | 17982 | Tuscarora | 53 | D | 0 | $101K |
| 29 | 17985 | Zion Grove | 53 | D | 0 | $183K |
| 30 | 18252 | Tamaqua | 47 | D | 25 (7 health) | $153K |
| 31 | 17860 | Paxinos | 45 | D | 0 | $250K |
| 32 | 17866 | Coal Township | 45 | D | 0 | $86K |
| 33 | 17929 | Cressona | 45 | D | 0 | $150K |
| 34 | 17931 | Frackville | 45 | D | 0 | $117K |
| 35 | 17934 | Gilberton | 45 | D | 0 | $32K |
| 36 | 17935 | Girardville | 45 | D | 0 | $44K |
| 37 | 17936 | Gordon | 45 | D | 0 | $112K |
| 38 | 17953 | Middleport | 45 | D | 0 | $112K |
| 39 | 17970 | Saint Clair | 45 | D | 0 | $72K |
| 40 | 17824 | Elysburg | 40 | D | 0 | $247K |
| 41 | 17840 | Locust Gap | 40 | D | 0 | — |
| 42 | 17851 | Mount Carmel | 40 | D | 0 | $73K |
| 43 | 17920 | Aristes | 40 | D | 0 | $146K |
| 44 | 17932 | Frackville | 40 | D | 0 | — |
| 45 | 17933 | Friedensburg | 40 | D | 0 | — |
| 46 | 17943 | Lavelle | 40 | D | 0 | — |
| 47 | 17945 | Locustdale | 40 | D | 0 | $43K |
| 48 | 17951 | Mar Lin | 40 | D | 0 | $160K |
| 49 | 17957 | Muir | 40 | D | 0 | $211K |
| 50 | 17964 | Pitman | 40 | D | 0 | $209K |
| 51 | 17965 | Port Carbon | 40 | D | 0 | $105K |
| 52 | 17966 | Ravine | 40 | D | 0 | — |
| 53 | 17974 | Seltzer | 40 | D | 0 | $124K |
| 54 | 18214 | Barnesville | 40 | D | 0 | $205K |
| 55 | 18220 | Delano | 40 | D | 0 | $63K |
| 56 | 18231 | Kelayres | 40 | D | 0 | $116K |
| 57 | 18245 | Quakake | 40 | D | 0 | $112K |
| 58 | 18254 | Tresckow | 40 | D | 0 | $117K |
| 59 | 17922 | Auburn | 39 | F | 8 (1 health) | $234K |
| 60 | 17954 | Minersville | 38 | F | 5 | $82K |
| 61 | 17961 | Orwigsburg | 38 | F | 16 (2 health) | $224K |
| 62 | 17963 | Pine Grove | 29 | F | 9 (1 health) | $203K |
Recommended Buyer Guides for Schuylkill 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.
- Best Water Filters for Lead — Lead above EPA action level in 3 ZIP codes
- Best Lead Paint Test Kits — 87.3% 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
Deep Dive Reports
Detailed analysis for Schuylkill County, Pennsylvania
Overview
Schuylkill County in Pennsylvania covers 62 ZIP codes with an average Home Safety Score of D (48/100).
17 of 62 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
Schuylkill 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
87.3% of homes in this county were built before 1978. Older plumbing and solder can leach lead into drinking water, especially in the morning.