COUNTY REPORT WI

Green Lake County, Wisconsin

7 ZIP codes · Avg score 57/100 · Grade C · Updated 2026-06-04

Water systems across Green Lake County's 7 ZIP codes produce average compliance results overall — pockets with documented violations exist, and the variation between areas makes ZIP-level lookup the most useful tool for residents here.

How Green Lake County Compares

Green Lake County57/100
Wisconsin avg66/100
National avg68/100

How Green Lake County Compares

C
County Grade
57/100
Avg Safety Score
7
ZIP Codes
7
Water Systems

Green Lake County scores 9 points below the Wisconsin state average (66/100) and 11 points below the national average (68/100).

Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-04

C
County Grade
57
Avg Safety Score
7
ZIP Codes
Best ZIP: 54941 (69/100)
Lowest ZIP: 54960 (40/100)
$206K
Median Home Value
$2,143
Avg Remediation (104% of home value)

ZIP Code Risk Map

Water Quality Map: Green Lake County, Wisconsin

Each dot represents a ZIP code. Color indicates water quality grade. Tap a dot for details.

A B C D F

Key Risk Factors

Health risk index: 14.9 (asthma 11.1%, diabetes 13.8%)

Estimated additional annual cost per homeowner: $1,409, driven primarily by flood

Infrastructure: 0.406% avg pipe failure probability, 57% of ZIPs at high risk

70.7% of homes built before 1978 (lead paint era)

County Health Indicators vs National Average

Asthma 11.1% (national: 8.9%)
Diabetes 13.8% (national: 10.5%)
Obesity 40.8% (national: 32.4%)

Black markers indicate national averages. Source: CDC PLACES, Census ACS.

Infrastructure Overview

1961
Median Build Year
70.7%
Pre-1978 Housing
41%
Pipe Failure Probability
57%
ZIPs at High Infra Risk
High
Lead Pipe Risk

Sources: Census ACS (housing age), EPA SDWIS (infrastructure risk model), state bridge inspection data.

Compound Risk Breakdown

Estimated additional annual cost per homeowner: $1,409

Flood $429/yr
Energy Code Gap $386/yr
Water / Lead $257/yr

Bar widths proportional to share of total annual risk cost. Source: compound risk model (FEMA, EPA, USGS).

Housing Age Distribution

12,653 housing units in Green Lake County

Pre-1940 24%
1940–1959 14%
1960–1979 25%
1980–1999 24%
2000+ 14%

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 Green Lake County

$206K
Median Home Value
$2,143
Est. Remediation Cost
1.0%
of Home Value
Remediation as % of home value low burden

Remediation costs are relatively manageable for most homeowners in Green Lake 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 Green Lake County residents

Asthma 11.1% (US avg: 8.9%)
Diabetes 13.8% (US avg: 11%)
Obesity 40.8% (US avg: 32.4%)

Black markers = national averages. Red = above national avg. Green = below. Source: CDC PLACES, Census ACS.

Water Systems with Most Violations

Top 5 systems in Green Lake County ranked by EPA violation count.

# Water System Population Violations
1 Green Lake Waterworks 1,002 6
2 Dakota Capital Mhc Llc 102 6
3 Lamplighter Mhc Llc 80 6
4 Green Lake Mhp 70 6
5 PRINCETON WATERWORKS 1,166 5

7 total water systems serve Green Lake County.

All ZIP Codes in Green Lake County

7 ZIP codes tracked in Green Lake County.

# ZIP Code City Safety Score Grade Violations Home Value
1 54941 Green Lake 69 C 6 (1 health) $270K
2 54968 Princeton 69 C 5 (1 health) $180K
3 53946 Markesan 65 C 0 $233K
4 54923 Berlin 65 C 0 $180K
5 53947 Marquette 53 D 0 $211K
6 53939 Kingston 40 D 0 $131K
7 54960 Neshkoro 40 D 0 $206K

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Overview

Green Lake County in Wisconsin covers 7 ZIP codes with an average Home Safety Score of C (57/100).

2 of 7 ZIP codes have recorded EPA violations. 2 health-based violations have been documented.

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Data Sources

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is water safe in Green Lake County?
Green Lake County receives a grade of C. Some ZIP codes have recorded violations and residents in affected areas may want to test their water.
How many water systems serve Green Lake County?
Green Lake County is served by 7 public water systems that supply drinking water to residents across 7 ZIP codes.
What is the biggest environmental risk in Green Lake County?
The primary environmental risk factor in Green Lake County is flood. This contributes to an estimated additional annual cost of $1,409 per homeowner.
How old are homes in Green Lake County?
The median home build year in Green Lake County is 1961. 70.7% of homes were built before 1978, which means they may contain lead-based paint and older plumbing materials.
How does Green Lake County compare to Wisconsin?
Green Lake County has an average water safety score of 57/100, which is below the Wisconsin state average of 66/100.

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