Jackson County, Wisconsin
6 ZIP codes · Avg score 79/100 · Grade B · Updated 2026-06-03
EPA monitoring reports for Jackson County cover 6 ZIP codes and tell a largely reassuring story — compliance rates are high and health-based violations are far below the national norm.
How Jackson County Compares
How Jackson County Compares
Jackson County scores 13 points above the Wisconsin state average (66/100) and 11 points above the national average (68/100).
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-03
ZIP Code Risk Map
Water Quality Map: Jackson County, Wisconsin
Each dot represents a ZIP code. Color indicates water quality grade. Tap a dot for details.
Key Risk Factors
Health risk index: 14.8 (asthma 11.1%, diabetes 13.4%)
Estimated additional annual cost per homeowner: $875, driven primarily by flood
Infrastructure: 0.395% avg pipe failure probability, 33% of ZIPs at high risk
58.3% of homes built before 1978 (lead paint era)
Violation History (2022–2025)
↑ Worsening trendEPA violation counts by year across Jackson County water systems. Health-based shown in red, total in blue.
Peak year: 2023 with 2 violations. Past 5 years: 7 total (7 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: $875
Bar widths proportional to share of total annual risk cost. Source: compound risk model (FEMA, EPA, USGS).
Housing Age Distribution
8,644 housing units in Jackson 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 Jackson County
Remediation costs are relatively manageable for most homeowners in Jackson 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 Jackson 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 Jackson County ranked by EPA violation count.
| # | Water System | Population | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Black River Falls Waterworks | 3,608 | 9 |
| 2 | Brockway Sanitary District 1 | 2,692 | 9 |
| 3 | Blue Spruce Mobile Home Community | 80 | 9 |
| 4 | Black River Correctional Center | 163 | 9 |
| 5 | Northfield San District 1 | 50 | 4 |
11 total water systems serve Jackson County.
All ZIP Codes in Jackson County
6 ZIP codes tracked in Jackson County.
| # | ZIP Code | City | Safety Score | Grade | Violations | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 54611 | Alma Center | 82 | B | 3 (1 health) | $160K |
| 2 | 54635 | Hixton | 82 | B | 4 (1 health) | $188K |
| 3 | 54659 | Taylor | 81 | B | 2 | $209K |
| 4 | 54615 | Black River Falls | 76 | B | 9 (2 health) | $190K |
| 5 | 54741 | Fairchild | 76 | B | 4 (1 health) | $157K |
| 6 | 54642 | Melrose | 75 | B | 0 | $196K |
Recommended Buyer Guides for Jackson County
Below: editorial picks, no sponsored placements.
- Best Lead Paint Test Kits — 58.3% 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 Jackson County, Wisconsin
Overview
Jackson County in Wisconsin covers 6 ZIP codes with an average Home Safety Score of B (79/100).
5 of 6 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.