Tyler County, West Virginia
4 ZIP codes · Avg score 66/100 · Grade C · Updated 2026-06-03
For most households in Tyler County, the 4 tracked ZIP codes show adequate but uneven water quality.
How Tyler County Compares
How Tyler County Compares
Tyler County scores 2 points above the West Virginia state average (64/100) and 2 points below the national average (68/100).
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-03
Key Risk Factors
Health risk index: 17.6 (asthma 12%, diabetes 17.6%)
Estimated additional annual cost per homeowner: $1,410, driven primarily by flood
Infrastructure: 0.568% avg pipe failure probability, 75% of ZIPs at high risk
78.5% of homes built before 1978 (lead paint era)
Violation History (2021–2025)
↑ Worsening trendEPA violation counts by year across Tyler County water systems. Health-based shown in red, total in blue.
Peak year: 2024 with 14 violations. Past 5 years: 33 total (33 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: $1,410
Bar widths proportional to share of total annual risk cost. Source: compound risk model (FEMA, EPA, USGS).
Housing Age Distribution
4,347 housing units in Tyler 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 Tyler County
Water safety remediation is a moderate expense relative to home values. Most homeowners can address issues through staged improvements over time.
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 Tyler 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 Tyler County ranked by EPA violation count.
| # | Water System | Population | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tyler County Public Service District | 3,195 | 145 |
| 2 | City of Paden City, | 3,291 | 130 |
| 3 | WETZEL CO PSD 1 | 1,378 | 108 |
| 4 | Middlebourne Water Works | 1,267 | 37 |
| 5 | Sistersville Municipal Water | 1,892 | 22 |
All ZIP Codes in Tyler County
4 ZIP codes tracked in Tyler County.
| # | ZIP Code | City | Safety Score | Grade | Violations | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 26175 | Sistersville | 71 | B | 22 (4 health) | $112K |
| 2 | 26149 | Middlebourne | 70 | B | 15 (5 health) | $124K |
| 3 | 26320 | Alma | 63 | C | 0 | $79K |
| 4 | 26159 | Paden City | 58 | C | 108 (8 health) | $102K |
Recommended Buyer Guides for Tyler County
Federal and certification sources drive the ordering: EPA monitoring data, NSF certifications, FEMA flood maps, and CDC lead guidance — guides surface only when county data warrants them.
- Best Lead Paint Test Kits — 78.5% 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
Overview
Tyler County in West Virginia covers 4 ZIP codes with an average Home Safety Score of C (66/100).
3 of 4 ZIP codes have recorded EPA violations. 17 health-based violations have been documented.
← Back to West Virginia water quality report
Data Sources
- Water quality: EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS)
- Home values: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (median estimates by ZCTA)
Updated daily.