Mingo County, West Virginia
31 ZIP codes · Avg score 73/100 · Grade B · Updated 2026-07-19
ZipCheckup grade for Mingo: B.
This ZIP looks solid, with a few items worth a quick check.
EPA monitoring reports for Mingo County cover 31 ZIP codes and tell a largely reassuring story - compliance rates are high and health-based violations are far below the national norm.
How Mingo County Compares
How Mingo County Compares
Mingo County scores 9 points above the West Virginia state average (64/100) and 5 points above the national average (68/100).
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-07-19
ZIP Code Risk Map
Water Quality Map: Mingo County, West Virginia
Each dot represents a ZIP code. Color indicates water quality grade. Tap a dot for details.
Key Risk Factors
Health risk index: 19.5 (asthma 13.2%, diabetes 20%)
Estimated additional annual cost per homeowner: $1,427, driven primarily by flood
Infrastructure: 0.518% avg pipe failure probability, 55% of ZIPs at high risk
53.5% of homes built before 1978 (lead paint era)
Violation History (2022–2025)
↑ Worsening trendEPA violation counts by year across Mingo County water systems. Health-based shown in red, total in blue.
Peak year: 2025 with 82 violations. Past 5 years: 142 total (142 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
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: $1,427
Bar widths proportional to share of total annual risk cost. Source: compound risk model (FEMA, EPA, USGS).
Housing Age Distribution
13,003 housing units in Mingo 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 Mingo County
Remediation costs are relatively manageable for most homeowners in Mingo 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 Mingo County residents
Black markers = national averages. Red = above national avg. Green = below. Source: CDC PLACES, Census ACS.
Water systems serving Mingo County
8 community water systems serving Mingo County.
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Show all 8 water systems
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14 total water systems serve Mingo County.
Systems with the most violations in Mingo County
5 water systems with recorded EPA violations.
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All ZIP Codes in Mingo County
31 ZIP codes tracked in Mingo County.
| # | ZIP Code | City | Safety Score | Grade | Violations | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 24851 | Justice | 91 | A | 18 (1 health) | $83K |
| 2 | 25690 | Ragland | 91 | A | 21 (1 health) | $115K |
| 3 | 25691 | Rawl | 91 | A | 29 (1 health) | — |
| 4 | 25771 | Huntington | 89 | A | 3 | — |
| 5 | 25621 | Gilbert | 84 | B | 4 (1 health) | $78K |
| 6 | 25676 | Lenore | 81 | B | 19 (1 health) | $111K |
| 7 | 25678 | Matewan | 77 | B | 4 (2 health) | $92K |
| 8 | 25696 | Varney | 77 | B | 21 (1 health) | $78K |
| 9 | 25667 | Chattaroy | 76 | B | 22 (2 health) | — |
| 10 | 24845 | Ikes Fork | 73 | B | 0 | $96K |
| 11 | 24846 | Isaban | 73 | B | 0 | $80K |
| 12 | 24862 | Mohawk | 73 | B | 0 | — |
| 13 | 24869 | North Spring | 73 | B | 0 | $73K |
| 14 | 24872 | Panther | 73 | B | 0 | — |
| 15 | 25650 | Verner | 73 | B | 0 | — |
| 16 | 25666 | Breeden | 73 | B | 0 | — |
| 17 | 25688 | North Matewan | 73 | B | 0 | $75K |
| 18 | 25699 | Wilsondale | 73 | B | 0 | — |
| 19 | 25670 | Delbarton | 71 | B | 23 | $79K |
| 20 | 25661 | Williamson | 68 | C | 10 (3 health) | $90K |
| 21 | 25611 | Bruno | 66 | C | 0 | — |
| 22 | 25644 | Sarah Ann | 66 | C | 0 | — |
| 23 | 25686 | Newtown | 66 | C | 0 | — |
| 24 | 25608 | Baisden | 65 | C | 0 | $100K |
| 25 | 25651 | Wharncliffe | 65 | C | 0 | $81K |
| 26 | 25665 | Borderland | 65 | C | 0 | — |
| 27 | 25671 | Dingess | 65 | C | 0 | — |
| 28 | 25672 | Edgarton | 65 | C | 0 | $94K |
| 29 | 25692 | Red Jacket | 65 | C | 0 | $95K |
| 30 | 24839 | Hanover | 60 | C | 0 | — |
| 31 | 25685 | Naugatuck | 56 | C | 233 (11 health) | — |
Recommended Buyer Guides for Mingo County
Below: editorial picks, no sponsored placements.
- Best Lead Paint Test Kits — 53.5% 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 Mingo County, West Virginia
Overview
Mingo County in West Virginia covers 31 ZIP codes with an average Home Safety Score of B (73/100).
12 of 31 ZIP codes have recorded EPA violations. 24 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.