Snyder County, Pennsylvania
16 ZIP codes · Avg score 52/100 · Grade D · Updated 2026-06-03
Unlike better-scoring counties, Snyder County records health-based violations across a meaningful portion of its 16 ZIP codes — the overall safety grade is well below average.
How Snyder County Compares
How Snyder County Compares
Snyder County scores 3 points below the Pennsylvania state average (55/100) and 16 points below the national average (68/100).
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-03
ZIP Code Risk Map
Water Quality Map: Snyder 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: $1,784, driven primarily by flood
Infrastructure: 0.464% avg pipe failure probability, 67% of ZIPs at high risk
74.3% of homes built before 1978 (lead paint era)
Violation History (2021–2025)
→ Stable trendEPA violation counts by year across Snyder County water systems. Health-based shown in red, total in blue.
Peak year: 2025 with 5 violations. Past 5 years: 16 total (16 health-based).
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: $1,784
Bar widths proportional to share of total annual risk cost. Source: compound risk model (FEMA, EPA, USGS).
Housing Age Distribution
15,002 housing units in Snyder 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 Snyder County
Remediation costs are relatively manageable for most homeowners in Snyder 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 Snyder County ranked by EPA violation count.
| # | Water System | Population | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Kreamer Mun Authority | 980 | 76 |
| 2 | SHAMOKIN DAM BOROUGH | 1,700 | 72 |
| 3 | Aqua Pa Monroe Twp | 2,400 | 72 |
| 4 | Selinsgrove Muni Authority | 5,584 | 66 |
| 5 | Selinsgrove Center | 1,000 | 66 |
18 total water systems serve Snyder County.
All ZIP Codes in Snyder County
16 ZIP codes tracked in Snyder County.
| # | ZIP Code | City | Safety Score | Grade | Violations | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 17833 | Kreamer | 61 | C | 2 | — |
| 2 | 17080 | Pillow | 59 | C | 6 | $118K |
| 3 | 17812 | Beaver Springs | 59 | C | 6 | $164K |
| 4 | 17882 | Troxelville | 59 | C | 4 | — |
| 5 | 17827 | Freeburg | 56 | C | 12 (6 health) | $175K |
| 6 | 17813 | Beavertown | 54 | D | 14 | $188K |
| 7 | 17870 | Selinsgrove | 54 | D | 66 (1 health) | $230K |
| 8 | 17861 | Paxtonville | 53 | D | 0 | $212K |
| 9 | 17876 | Shamokin Dam | 53 | D | 6 | $198K |
| 10 | 17843 | Beaver Springs | 52 | D | 6 | — |
| 11 | 17850 | Montandon | 52 | D | 27 (2 health) | $178K |
| 12 | 17842 | Middleburg | 48 | D | 8 (1 health) | $194K |
| 13 | 17862 | Penns Creek | 48 | D | 51 | $181K |
| 14 | 17831 | Hummels Wharf | 45 | D | 0 | — |
| 15 | 17853 | Mount Pleasant Mills | 45 | D | 0 | $220K |
| 16 | 17889 | Winfield | 35 | F | 0 | $282K |
Recommended Buyer Guides for Snyder County
Strictly editorial — no paid placements influence which guides appear; the selection draws on NSF certifications and EPA detection records for water systems serving this county.
- Best Lead Paint Test Kits — 74.3% 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
- 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 Snyder County, Pennsylvania
Overview
Snyder County in Pennsylvania covers 16 ZIP codes with an average Home Safety Score of D (52/100).
12 of 16 ZIP codes have recorded EPA violations. 10 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
Snyder 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
74.3% of homes in this county were built before 1978. Older plumbing and solder can leach lead into drinking water, especially in the morning.