COUNTY REPORT UT

Washington County, Utah

22 ZIP codes · Avg score 72/100 · Grade B · Updated 2026-06-03

In current tracking cycles, Washington County — spanning 22 ZIP codes — records above-average water quality outcomes; the county's compliance history over recent years shows few departures from federal standards.

How Washington County Compares

Washington County72/100
Utah avg72/100
National avg68/100

How Washington County Compares

B
County Grade
72/100
Avg Safety Score
22
ZIP Codes
28
Water Systems

Washington County scores 0 points above the Utah state average (72/100) and 4 points above the national average (68/100).

Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-03

B
County Grade
72
Avg Safety Score
22
ZIP Codes
Best ZIP: 84774 (83/100)
Lowest ZIP: 84791 (53/100)
$466K
Median Home Value
$1,559
Avg Remediation (33% of home value)

ZIP Code Risk Map

Water Quality Map: Washington County, Utah

Each dot represents a ZIP code. Color indicates water quality grade. Tap a dot for details.

A B C D F

Key Risk Factors

Health risk index: 12.1 (asthma 10.7%, diabetes 10.7%)

Estimated additional annual cost per homeowner: $1,586, driven primarily by wildfire

Infrastructure: 0.262% avg pipe failure probability

29.9% of homes built before 1978 (lead paint era)

Violation History (2021–2025)

↑ Worsening trend

EPA violation counts by year across Washington County water systems. Health-based shown in red, total in blue.

2021
2 (2 health)
2022
1 (1 health)
2023
1 (1 health)
2024
1 (1 health)
2025
2 (2 health)

Peak year: 2021 with 2 violations. Past 5 years: 7 total (7 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.

County Health Indicators vs National Average

Asthma 10.7% (national: 8.9%)
Diabetes 10.7% (national: 10.5%)
Obesity 33.1% (national: 32.4%)

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

Infrastructure Overview

1997
Median Build Year
29.9%
Pre-1978 Housing
26%
Pipe Failure Probability
0%
ZIPs at High Infra Risk
Low
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: $1,586

Wildfire $1,200/yr
Energy Code Gap $184/yr
Flood $182/yr

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

Housing Age Distribution

75,775 housing units in Washington County

Pre-1940 1%
1940–1959 2%
1960–1979 9%
1980–1999 36%
2000+ 52%

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 Washington County

$466K
Median Home Value
$1,559
Est. Remediation Cost
0.3%
of Home Value
Remediation as % of home value low burden

Remediation costs are relatively manageable for most homeowners in Washington 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 Washington County residents

Asthma 10.7% (US avg: 8.9%)
Diabetes 10.7% (US avg: 11%)
Obesity 33.1% (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 5 systems in Washington County ranked by EPA violation count.

# Water System Population Violations
1 Toquerville Town Water System 1,931 17
2 Enterprise Town Water System 2,200 16
3 Leeds Domestic Water Users Association 800 15
4 Mountain Springs Water Company 660 15
5 Virgin 1,512 11

28 total water systems serve Washington County.

All ZIP Codes in Washington County

22 ZIP codes tracked in Washington County.

# ZIP Code City Safety Score Grade Violations Home Value
1 84774 Toquerville 83 B 0 $463K
2 84725 Enterprise 82 B 6 (1 health) $350K
3 84733 Gunlock 82 B 5 (1 health)
4 84779 Virgin 81 B 2 $466K
5 84782 Veyo 81 B 2 $466K
6 84738 Ivins 80 B 3 $541K
7 84765 Santa Clara 80 B 3 $510K
8 84737 Hurricane 79 B 5 $421K
9 84745 La Verkin 79 B 2 $367K
10 84763 Rockville 79 B 3 (1 health) $658K
11 84783 Dammeron Valley 78 B 1 (1 health) $646K
12 84757 New Harmony 77 B 6 $596K
13 84784 Hildale 77 B 4 $386K
14 84767 Springdale 74 B 2 $832K
15 84780 Washington 73 B 1 $512K
16 84722 Central 68 C 8 $350K
17 84790 Saint George 63 C 0 $501K
18 84746 Leeds 57 C 2 $401K
19 84770 Saint George 55 C 0 $407K
20 84771 Saint George 53 D 0
21 84781 Pine Valley 53 D 0 $571K
22 84791 Saint George 53 D 0

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Overview

Washington County in Utah covers 22 ZIP codes with an average Home Safety Score of B (72/100).

16 of 22 ZIP codes have recorded EPA violations. 4 health-based violations have been documented.

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Data Sources

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is water safe in Washington County?
Washington County receives a grade of B, indicating generally safe tap water across its 22 ZIP codes.
How many water systems serve Washington County?
Washington County is served by 28 public water systems that supply drinking water to residents across 22 ZIP codes.
What is the biggest environmental risk in Washington County?
The primary environmental risk factor in Washington County is wildfire. This contributes to an estimated additional annual cost of $1,586 per homeowner.
How old are homes in Washington County?
The median home build year in Washington County is 1997. 29.9% of homes were built before 1978, which means they may contain lead-based paint and older plumbing materials.
How does Washington County compare to Utah?
Washington County has an average water safety score of 72/100, which is above the Utah state average of 72/100.

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