Marinette County, Wisconsin
13 ZIP codes · Avg score 70/100 · Grade B · Updated 2026-06-03
Unlike many counties its size, Marinette County keeps violation rates low — all 13 ZIP codes score at or above the state average for tap water safety, with no systemic concerns flagged in the current data set.
How Marinette County Compares
How Marinette County Compares
Marinette County scores 4 points above the Wisconsin state average (66/100) and 2 points above the national average (68/100).
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-03
ZIP Code Risk Map
Water Quality Map: Marinette County, Wisconsin
Each dot represents a ZIP code. Color indicates water quality grade. Tap a dot for details.
Key Risk Factors
Health risk index: 14.7 (asthma 10.9%, diabetes 13.9%)
Estimated additional annual cost per homeowner: $668, driven primarily by energy_code_gap
Infrastructure: 0.373% avg pipe failure probability, 23% of ZIPs at high risk
63.1% of homes built before 1978 (lead paint era)
Violation History (2023–2024)
→ Stable trendEPA violation counts by year across Marinette County water systems. Health-based shown in red, total in blue.
Peak year: 2024 with 4 violations. Past 5 years: 7 total (7 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: $668
Bar widths proportional to share of total annual risk cost. Source: compound risk model (FEMA, EPA, USGS).
Housing Age Distribution
29,486 housing units in Marinette 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 Marinette County
Remediation costs are relatively manageable for most homeowners in Marinette 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 Marinette 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 Marinette County ranked by EPA violation count.
| # | Water System | Population | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | NORTHLAND MISSION | 75 | 9 |
| 2 | GOODMAN SANITARY DIST NO 1 | 350 | 9 |
| 3 | Peshtigo Waterworks | 3,420 | 6 |
| 4 | CRIVITZ WATERWORKS | 1,026 | 3 |
| 5 | Wausaukee Waterworks | 585 | 3 |
7 total water systems serve Marinette County.
All ZIP Codes in Marinette County
13 ZIP codes tracked in Marinette County.
| # | ZIP Code | City | Safety Score | Grade | Violations | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 54143 | Marinette | 83 | B | 1 | $136K |
| 2 | 54151 | Niagara | 83 | B | 0 | $130K |
| 3 | 54114 | Crivitz | 82 | B | 3 | $175K |
| 4 | 54177 | Wausaukee | 82 | B | 3 (1 health) | $168K |
| 5 | 54157 | Peshtigo | 79 | B | 5 | $170K |
| 6 | 54119 | Dunbar | 77 | B | 9 | $156K |
| 7 | 54125 | Goodman | 76 | B | 9 (3 health) | $103K |
| 8 | 54103 | Armstrong Creek | 63 | C | 0 | $184K |
| 9 | 54120 | Fence | 63 | C | 0 | $200K |
| 10 | 54159 | Porterfield | 63 | C | 0 | $170K |
| 11 | 54102 | Amberg | 53 | D | 0 | $149K |
| 12 | 54104 | Athelstane | 53 | D | 0 | $162K |
| 13 | 54156 | Pembine | 53 | D | 0 | $124K |
Recommended Buyer Guides for Marinette County
Below: editorial picks, no sponsored placements.
- Best Lead Paint Test Kits — 63.1% of homes built before 1978
- Best Under-Sink Reverse Osmosis Systems — Multi-contaminant removal at the kitchen tap
Deep Dive Reports
Detailed analysis for Marinette County, Wisconsin
Overview
Marinette County in Wisconsin covers 13 ZIP codes with an average Home Safety Score of B (70/100).
6 of 13 ZIP codes have recorded EPA violations. 4 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.