COUNTY REPORT SD

Campbell County, South Dakota

4 ZIP codes · Avg score 56/100 · Grade C · Updated 2026-06-04

Tracking 4 ZIP codes in Campbell County reveals a mixed picture — tap water quality varies meaningfully by location.

How Campbell County Compares

Campbell County56/100
South Dakota avg60/100
National avg68/100

How Campbell County Compares

C
County Grade
56/100
Avg Safety Score
4
ZIP Codes
3
Water Systems

Campbell County scores 4 points below the South Dakota state average (60/100) and 12 points below the national average (68/100).

Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-04

C
County Grade
56
Avg Safety Score
4
ZIP Codes
Best ZIP: 57648 (66/100)
Lowest ZIP: 57642 (40/100)
$90K
Median Home Value
$1,900
Avg Remediation (211% of home value)

Key Risk Factors

Health risk index: 15.3 (asthma 10.4%, diabetes 15.3%)

Estimated additional annual cost per homeowner: $613, driven primarily by water_lead

Infrastructure: 0.42% avg pipe failure probability, 75% of ZIPs at high risk

75.5% of homes built before 1978 (lead paint era)

County Health Indicators vs National Average

Asthma 10.4% (national: 8.9%)
Diabetes 15.3% (national: 10.5%)
Obesity 35.6% (national: 32.4%)

Black markers indicate national averages. Source: CDC PLACES, Census ACS.

Infrastructure Overview

1954
Median Build Year
75.5%
Pre-1978 Housing
42%
Pipe Failure Probability
75%
ZIPs at High Infra Risk
High
Lead Pipe Risk

Sources: Census ACS (housing age), EPA SDWIS (infrastructure risk model), state bridge inspection data.

Compound Risk Breakdown

Estimated additional annual cost per homeowner: $613

Water / Lead $338/yr
Energy Code Gap $225/yr
Flood $50/yr

Bar widths proportional to share of total annual risk cost. Source: compound risk model (FEMA, EPA, USGS).

Housing Age Distribution

1,522 housing units in Campbell County

Pre-1940 23%
1940–1959 18%
1960–1979 25%
1980–1999 22%
2000+ 12%

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 Campbell County

$90K
Median Home Value
$1,900
Est. Remediation Cost
2.1%
of Home Value
Remediation as % of home value moderate burden

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.

Health Outcomes vs National Average

CDC PLACES data for Campbell County residents

Asthma 10.4% (US avg: 8.9%)
Diabetes 15.3% (US avg: 11%)
Obesity 35.6% (US avg: 32.4%)

Black markers = national averages. Red = above national avg. Green = below. Source: CDC PLACES, Census ACS.

Water Systems with Most Violations

Top 3 systems in Campbell County ranked by EPA violation count.

# Water System Population Violations
1 Web Water Development Association 20,750 3
2 Herreid 416 2
3 POLLOCK 229 1

All ZIP Codes in Campbell County

4 ZIP codes tracked in Campbell County.

# ZIP Code City Safety Score Grade Violations Home Value
1 57648 Pollock 66 C 1 $97K
2 57632 Herreid 65 C 2 (1 health) $83K
3 57646 Mound City 53 D 0 $101K
4 57642 Mc Laughlin 40 D 0 $79K

Recommended Buyer Guides for Campbell County

Four sources — EPA, NSF, FEMA, CDC — drive the match.

Overview

Campbell County in South Dakota covers 4 ZIP codes with an average Home Safety Score of C (56/100).

2 of 4 ZIP codes have recorded EPA violations. 1 health-based violation have been documented.

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Data Sources

Updated daily.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is water safe in Campbell County?
Campbell County receives a grade of C. Some ZIP codes have recorded violations and residents in affected areas may want to test their water.
How many water systems serve Campbell County?
Campbell County is served by 3 public water systems that supply drinking water to residents across 4 ZIP codes.
What is the biggest environmental risk in Campbell County?
The primary environmental risk factor in Campbell County is water_lead. This contributes to an estimated additional annual cost of $613 per homeowner.
How old are homes in Campbell County?
The median home build year in Campbell County is 1954. 75.5% of homes were built before 1978, which means they may contain lead-based paint and older plumbing materials.
How does Campbell County compare to South Dakota?
Campbell County has an average water safety score of 56/100, which is below the South Dakota state average of 60/100.

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