Rutland County, Vermont
28 ZIP codes · Avg score 69/100 · Grade C · Updated 2026-07-19
ZipCheckup grade for Rutland: C.
A mixed picture - some signals here are worth your attention.
Current EPA records place Rutland County in the middle tier for drinking water safety, with 28 ZIP codes showing a range of outcomes.
How Rutland County Compares
How Rutland County Compares
Rutland County scores 2 points below the Vermont state average (71/100) and 1 points above the national average (68/100).
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-07-19
ZIP Code Risk Map
Water Quality Map: Rutland County, Vermont
Each dot represents a ZIP code. Color indicates water quality grade. Tap a dot for details.
Key Risk Factors
Health risk index: 13.3 (asthma 11.7%, diabetes 10.2%)
Estimated additional annual cost per homeowner: $1,412, driven primarily by flood
Infrastructure: 0.49% avg pipe failure probability, 93% of ZIPs at high risk
73.2% of homes built before 1978 (lead paint era)
Violation History (2022–2024)
→ Stable trendEPA violation counts by year across Rutland County water systems. Health-based shown in red, total in blue.
Peak year: 2023 with 6 violations. Past 5 years: 10 total (10 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: $1,412
Bar widths proportional to share of total annual risk cost. Source: compound risk model (FEMA, EPA, USGS).
Housing Age Distribution
34,372 housing units in Rutland 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 Rutland County
Remediation costs are relatively manageable for most homeowners in Rutland 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 Rutland County residents
Black markers = national averages. Red = above national avg. Green = below. Source: CDC PLACES, Census ACS.
Water systems serving Rutland County
8 community water systems serving Rutland County.
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- C
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- D
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Show all 8 water systems
- B
- B
32 total water systems serve Rutland County.
Systems with the most violations in Rutland County
5 water systems with recorded EPA violations.
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All ZIP Codes in Rutland County
28 ZIP codes tracked in Rutland County.
| # | ZIP Code | City | Safety Score | Grade | Violations | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 05731 | Benson | 83 | B | 0 | — |
| 2 | 05743 | Fair Haven | 83 | B | 1 | $176K |
| 3 | 05763 | Pittsford | 83 | B | 0 | $219K |
| 4 | 05764 | Poultney | 83 | B | 0 | $209K |
| 5 | 05777 | West Rutland | 83 | B | 0 | $193K |
| 6 | 05736 | Center Rutland | 82 | B | 6 (1 health) | $194K |
| 7 | 05762 | Pittsfield | 82 | B | 5 (1 health) | $251K |
| 8 | 05735 | Castleton | 81 | B | 2 | $227K |
| 9 | 05739 | Danby | 79 | B | 4 (1 health) | $261K |
| 10 | 05733 | Brandon | 78 | B | 0 | $240K |
| 11 | 05738 | Cuttingsville | 78 | B | 0 | $298K |
| 12 | 05765 | Proctor | 74 | B | 4 (1 health) | $199K |
| 13 | 05773 | Wallingford | 74 | B | 5 | $258K |
| 14 | 05701 | Rutland | 68 | C | 8 (1 health) | $203K |
| 15 | 05751 | Killington | 68 | C | 12 | $478K |
| 16 | 05732 | Bomoseen | 64 | C | 0 | $239K |
| 17 | 05742 | East Wallingford | 63 | C | 0 | $276K |
| 18 | 05745 | Forest Dale | 63 | C | 0 | — |
| 19 | 05757 | Middletown Springs | 63 | C | 0 | $240K |
| 20 | 05759 | North Clarendon | 63 | C | 0 | $216K |
| 21 | 05761 | Pawlet | 63 | C | 0 | $312K |
| 22 | 05774 | Wells | 63 | C | 0 | $210K |
| 23 | 05747 | Granville | 55 | C | 0 | $204K |
| 24 | 05737 | Chittenden | 53 | D | 0 | $269K |
| 25 | 05741 | East Poultney | 53 | D | 0 | — |
| 26 | 05744 | Florence | 53 | D | 0 | $147K |
| 27 | 05750 | Hydeville | 53 | D | 0 | — |
| 28 | 05760 | Orwell | 53 | D | 0 | $293K |
Recommended Buyer Guides for Rutland County
Filtered against federal data, fitted to local risks.
- Best Lead Paint Test Kits — 73.2% of homes built before 1978
- Best Under-Sink Reverse Osmosis Systems — Multi-contaminant removal at the kitchen tap
- 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 Rutland County, Vermont
Overview
Rutland County in Vermont covers 28 ZIP codes with an average Home Safety Score of C (69/100).
9 of 28 ZIP codes have recorded EPA violations. 5 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.