Tripp County, South Dakota
4 ZIP codes · Avg score 60/100 · Grade C · Updated 2026-06-04
Tripp County: 4 ZIP codes, mid-range safety grade.
How Tripp County Compares
How Tripp County Compares
Tripp County scores 0 points above the South Dakota state average (60/100) and 8 points below the national average (68/100).
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-04
Key Risk Factors
Health risk index: 15.7 (asthma 10.8%, diabetes 15.3%)
Estimated additional annual cost per homeowner: $525, driven primarily by water_lead
Infrastructure: 0.388% avg pipe failure probability, 50% of ZIPs at high risk
71.3% 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: $525
Bar widths proportional to share of total annual risk cost. Source: compound risk model (FEMA, EPA, USGS).
Housing Age Distribution
2,727 housing units in Tripp 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 Tripp County
Remediation costs are relatively manageable for most homeowners in Tripp 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 Tripp County residents
Black markers = national averages. Red = above national avg. Green = below. Source: CDC PLACES, Census ACS.
Water Systems with Most Violations
Top 3 systems in Tripp County ranked by EPA violation count.
| # | Water System | Population | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | TRIPP COUNTY WATER USER DISTRICT | 4,860 | 2 |
| 2 | Colome | 323 | 2 |
| 3 | Winner | 2,921 | 0 |
All ZIP Codes in Tripp County
4 ZIP codes tracked in Tripp County.
| # | ZIP Code | City | Safety Score | Grade | Violations | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 57580 | Winner | 83 | B | 0 | $141K |
| 2 | 57541 | Ideal | 53 | D | 0 | — |
| 3 | 57584 | Witten | 53 | D | 0 | — |
| 4 | 57528 | Colome | 49 | D | 2 (1 health) | $82K |
Recommended Buyer Guides for Tripp County
Below: editorial picks, no sponsored placements.
- Best Lead Paint Test Kits — 71.3% of homes built before 1978
Overview
Tripp County in South Dakota covers 4 ZIP codes with an average Home Safety Score of C (60/100).
1 of 4 ZIP codes have recorded EPA violations. 1 health-based violation 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.