Stevens County, Washington
20 ZIP codes · Avg score 47/100 · Grade D · Updated 2026-06-03
Across Stevens County, EPA compliance records for 20 ZIP codes fall well below average — documented health-based violations affect multiple areas, and the county's sustained low grade points to structural rather than temporary shortfalls in the underlying water systems.
How Stevens County Compares
How Stevens County Compares
Stevens County scores 31 points below the Washington state average (78/100) and 21 points below the national average (68/100).
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-03
ZIP Code Risk Map
Water Quality Map: Stevens County, Washington
Each dot represents a ZIP code. Color indicates water quality grade. Tap a dot for details.
Key Risk Factors
Health risk index: 14.5 (asthma 12%, diabetes 13%)
Estimated additional annual cost per homeowner: $843, driven primarily by energy_code_gap
Infrastructure: 0.331% avg pipe failure probability, 21% of ZIPs at high risk
51.7% of homes built before 1978 (lead paint era)
Violation History (2023–2025)
→ Stable trendEPA violation counts by year across Stevens County water systems. Health-based shown in red, total in blue.
Peak year: 2023 with 2 violations. Past 5 years: 3 total (3 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: $843
Bar widths proportional to share of total annual risk cost. Source: compound risk model (FEMA, EPA, USGS).
Housing Age Distribution
17,107 housing units in Stevens 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 Stevens County
Remediation costs are relatively manageable for most homeowners in Stevens 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 Stevens 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 Stevens County ranked by EPA violation count.
| # | Water System | Population | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Colville Water Department | 4,955 | 20 |
| 2 | Panorama Mobile Home Park | 150 | 20 |
| 3 | Hunters Water District | 290 | 20 |
| 4 | Country Villa Mobile Park | 162 | 20 |
| 5 | Arden Hills Water System | 80 | 20 |
17 total water systems serve Stevens County.
All ZIP Codes in Stevens County
20 ZIP codes tracked in Stevens County.
| # | ZIP Code | City | Safety Score | Grade | Violations | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 99109 | Chewelah | 68 | C | 5 | $275K |
| 2 | 99148 | Loon Lake | 67 | C | 3 | $416K |
| 3 | 99173 | Springdale | 65 | C | 2 | $267K |
| 4 | 99157 | Northport | 64 | C | 1 | $190K |
| 5 | 99114 | Colville | 56 | C | 20 | $268K |
| 6 | 99137 | Hunters | 53 | D | 0 | $278K |
| 7 | 99167 | Rice | 53 | D | 0 | $304K |
| 8 | 99013 | Ford | 40 | D | 0 | $231K |
| 9 | 99034 | Tumtum | 40 | D | 0 | — |
| 10 | 99040 | Wellpinit | 40 | D | 0 | $181K |
| 11 | 99101 | Addy | 40 | D | 0 | $348K |
| 12 | 99107 | Boyds | 40 | D | 0 | — |
| 13 | 99126 | Evans | 40 | D | 0 | $235K |
| 14 | 99129 | Fruitland | 40 | D | 0 | $170K |
| 15 | 99131 | Gifford | 40 | D | 0 | $255K |
| 16 | 99138 | Inchelium | 40 | D | 0 | $207K |
| 17 | 99146 | Laurier | 40 | D | 0 | $667K |
| 18 | 99151 | Marcus | 40 | D | 0 | $160K |
| 19 | 99160 | Orient | 40 | D | 0 | $10K |
| 20 | 99181 | Valley | 40 | D | 0 | $255K |
Recommended Buyer Guides for Stevens County
Where county records show a lead exceedance or pre-1978 housing concentration, lead-specific filters and test kits move toward the top of the list.
- Best Lead Paint Test Kits — 51.7% of homes built before 1978
- Best Radon Test Kits — EPA Radon Zone 1 (highest risk) dominant in county
Deep Dive Reports
Detailed analysis for Stevens County, Washington
Overview
Stevens County in Washington covers 20 ZIP codes with an average Home Safety Score of D (47/100).
5 of 20 ZIP codes have recorded EPA violations. All violations are monitoring/reporting type.
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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.
What You Can Do
Stevens County has a grade of D. Here are steps to protect your household.
Test your tap water
Order a certified lab test kit ($20-$50) to check for lead, bacteria, and other contaminants specific to your ZIP code.
Consider a certified water filter
NSF-certified filters can remove most common contaminants. Match the filter to your test results for best protection. Try our filter matcher
Contact your water utility
Request the latest Consumer Confidence Report (CCR) from your water provider. It details exactly what was found in your water supply.
Check for lead in your home
51.7% of homes in this county were built before 1978. Older plumbing and solder can leach lead into drinking water, especially in the morning.