Bennington County, Vermont
17 ZIP codes · Avg score 68/100 · Grade C · Updated 2026-06-03
Although much of Bennington County meets baseline standards, some of its 17 ZIP codes show violations that merit closer attention.
How Bennington County Compares
How Bennington County Compares
Bennington County scores 3 points below the Vermont state average (71/100) and 0 points above the national average (68/100).
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-03
ZIP Code Risk Map
Water Quality Map: Bennington County, Vermont
Each dot represents a ZIP code. Color indicates water quality grade. Tap a dot for details.
Key Risk Factors
Health risk index: 12.8 (asthma 11.5%, diabetes 10%)
Estimated additional annual cost per homeowner: $1,220, driven primarily by energy_code_gap
Infrastructure: 0.456% avg pipe failure probability, 76% of ZIPs at high risk
70.9% of homes built before 1978 (lead paint era)
Violation History (2023–2024)
→ Stable trendEPA violation counts by year across Bennington County water systems. Health-based shown in red, total in blue.
Peak year: 2024 with 6 violations. Past 5 years: 7 total (7 health-based).
Source: EPA SDWIS historical violations. Data may lag 6–12 months for the most recent year.
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: $1,220
Bar widths proportional to share of total annual risk cost. Source: compound risk model (FEMA, EPA, USGS).
Housing Age Distribution
20,185 housing units in Bennington 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 Bennington County
Remediation costs are relatively manageable for most homeowners in Bennington 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 Bennington County residents
Black markers = national averages. Red = above national avg. Green = below. Source: CDC PLACES, Census ACS.
Water Systems with Most Violations
Top 5 systems in Bennington County ranked by EPA violation count.
| # | Water System | Population | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Manchester Water Department | 4,140 | 13 |
| 2 | Village at Eagle Rise | 63 | 13 |
| 3 | POWNAL FIRE DISTRICT 2 | 682 | 8 |
| 4 | Bromley Water Company | 4,300 | 7 |
| 5 | Manchester Mhp | 100 | 7 |
26 total water systems serve Bennington County.
All ZIP Codes in Bennington County
17 ZIP codes tracked in Bennington County.
| # | ZIP Code | City | Safety Score | Grade | Violations | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 5262 | Shaftsbury | 83 | B | 1 | $246K |
| 2 | 5251 | Dorset | 79 | B | 1 (1 health) | $464K |
| 3 | 5250 | Arlington | 78 | B | 0 | $277K |
| 4 | 5261 | Pownal | 78 | B | 4 | $232K |
| 5 | 5254 | Manchester | 77 | B | 6 (2 health) | $481K |
| 6 | 5152 | Peru | 75 | B | 0 | $444K |
| 7 | 5255 | Manchester Center | 72 | B | 7 (3 health) | $394K |
| 8 | 5253 | East Dorset | 64 | C | 0 | $379K |
| 9 | 5252 | East Arlington | 63 | C | 0 | $209K |
| 10 | 5257 | North Bennington | 63 | C | 0 | $293K |
| 11 | 5260 | North Pownal | 63 | C | 0 | $206K |
| 12 | 5352 | Stamford | 63 | C | 0 | $279K |
| 13 | 5768 | Rupert | 63 | C | 0 | — |
| 14 | 5775 | West Pawlet | 63 | C | 0 | $172K |
| 15 | 5776 | West Rupert | 63 | C | 0 | $267K |
| 16 | 5201 | Bennington | 55 | C | 4 | $206K |
| 17 | 5340 | Bondville | 50 | D | 7 | $382K |
Recommended Buyer Guides for Bennington 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 Water Filters for Lead — Lead above EPA action level in 1 ZIP code
- Best Lead Paint Test Kits — 70.9% of homes built before 1978
- Best Under-Sink Reverse Osmosis Systems — Multi-contaminant removal at the kitchen tap
Deep Dive Reports
Detailed analysis for Bennington County, Vermont
Overview
Bennington County in Vermont covers 17 ZIP codes with an average Home Safety Score of C (68/100).
7 of 17 ZIP codes have recorded EPA violations. 6 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.