Sawyer County, Wisconsin
9 ZIP codes · Avg score 70/100 · Grade B · Updated 2026-06-03
In recent assessments, Sawyer County's 9 ZIP codes record strong, consistent water safety outcomes.
How Sawyer County Compares
How Sawyer County Compares
Sawyer 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: Sawyer County, Wisconsin
Each dot represents a ZIP code. Color indicates water quality grade. Tap a dot for details.
Key Risk Factors
Health risk index: 15.2 (asthma 11%, diabetes 15.1%)
Estimated additional annual cost per homeowner: $1,142, driven primarily by sea_level
Infrastructure: 0.361% avg pipe failure probability
56.5% of homes built before 1978 (lead paint era)
Violation History (2022–2024)
→ Stable trendEPA violation counts by year across Sawyer County water systems. Health-based shown in red, total in blue.
Peak year: 2024 with 5 violations. Past 5 years: 6 total (6 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: $1,142
Bar widths proportional to share of total annual risk cost. Source: compound risk model (FEMA, EPA, USGS).
Housing Age Distribution
16,975 housing units in Sawyer 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 Sawyer County
Remediation costs are relatively manageable for most homeowners in Sawyer 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 Sawyer 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 Sawyer County ranked by EPA violation count.
| # | Water System | Population | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Hayward Water Utility | 2,552 | 15 |
| 2 | S and J Wild River Mhp | 90 | 15 |
| 3 | Tamarack Health Hayward Medical Center | 85 | 15 |
| 4 | Luedtkes Mobile Home Park | 50 | 15 |
| 5 | Big Musky Resort | 25 | 15 |
9 total water systems serve Sawyer County.
All ZIP Codes in Sawyer County
9 ZIP codes tracked in Sawyer County.
| # | ZIP Code | City | Safety Score | Grade | Violations | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 54835 | Exeland | 83 | B | 0 | $181K |
| 2 | 54876 | Stone Lake | 83 | B | 1 | $263K |
| 3 | 54843 | Hayward | 82 | B | 15 (1 health) | $234K |
| 4 | 54867 | Radisson | 82 | B | 10 (1 health) | $133K |
| 5 | 54896 | Winter | 78 | B | 4 (2 health) | $180K |
| 6 | 54862 | Ojibwa | 63 | C | 0 | $195K |
| 7 | 54828 | Couderay | 53 | D | 0 | $218K |
| 8 | 54834 | Edgewater | 53 | D | 0 | — |
| 9 | 54875 | Springbrook | 53 | D | 0 | $158K |
Recommended Buyer Guides for Sawyer County
Editorial-only picks, screened against the EPA detections on file.
- Best Lead Paint Test Kits — 56.5% of homes built before 1978
- Best Under-Sink Reverse Osmosis Systems — Multi-contaminant removal at the kitchen tap
Deep Dive Reports
Detailed analysis for Sawyer County, Wisconsin
Overview
Sawyer County in Wisconsin covers 9 ZIP codes with an average Home Safety Score of B (70/100).
4 of 9 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.