Shawano County, Wisconsin
19 ZIP codes · Avg score 52/100 · Grade D · Updated 2026-06-03
State safety rankings put Shawano County near the bottom — 19 ZIP codes, below-average compliance.
How Shawano County Compares
How Shawano County Compares
Shawano County scores 14 points below the Wisconsin state average (66/100) and 16 points below the national average (68/100).
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-03
ZIP Code Risk Map
Water Quality Map: Shawano County, Wisconsin
Each dot represents a ZIP code. Color indicates water quality grade. Tap a dot for details.
Key Risk Factors
Health risk index: 14.3 (asthma 11.3%, diabetes 13.1%)
Estimated additional annual cost per homeowner: $617, driven primarily by energy_code_gap
Infrastructure: 0.397% avg pipe failure probability, 38% of ZIPs at high risk
66.4% of homes built before 1978 (lead paint era)
Violation History (2023–2024)
→ Stable trendEPA violation counts by year across Shawano County water systems. Health-based shown in red, total in blue.
Peak year: 2024 with 6 violations. Past 5 years: 8 total (8 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: $617
Bar widths proportional to share of total annual risk cost. Source: compound risk model (FEMA, EPA, USGS).
Housing Age Distribution
19,644 housing units in Shawano 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 Shawano County
Remediation costs are relatively manageable for most homeowners in Shawano 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 Shawano 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 Shawano County ranked by EPA violation count.
| # | Water System | Population | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Gresham Waterworks | 534 | 13 |
| 2 | Tigerton Waterworks | 740 | 5 |
| 3 | Mattoon Waterworks | 450 | 4 |
| 4 | Bonduel Waterworks | 1,475 | 1 |
| 5 | Richmond Estates | 150 | 1 |
11 total water systems serve Shawano County.
All ZIP Codes in Shawano County
19 ZIP codes tracked in Shawano County.
| # | ZIP Code | City | Safety Score | Grade | Violations | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 54166 | Shawano | 70 | B | 0 | $170K |
| 2 | 54950 | Marion | 70 | B | 0 | $152K |
| 3 | 54128 | Gresham | 69 | C | 13 (1 health) | $164K |
| 4 | 54107 | Bonduel | 66 | C | 1 | $196K |
| 5 | 54416 | Bowler | 66 | C | 0 | $124K |
| 6 | 54499 | Wittenberg | 66 | C | 0 | $173K |
| 7 | 54450 | Mattoon | 65 | C | 4 (1 health) | $83K |
| 8 | 54486 | Tigerton | 65 | C | 5 (1 health) | $151K |
| 9 | 54948 | Leopolis | 53 | D | 0 | $122K |
| 10 | 54135 | Keshena | 40 | D | 0 | $112K |
| 11 | 54150 | Neopit | 40 | D | 0 | $69K |
| 12 | 54182 | Zachow | 40 | D | 0 | — |
| 13 | 54408 | Aniwa | 40 | D | 0 | $159K |
| 14 | 54427 | Eland | 40 | D | 0 | $176K |
| 15 | 54429 | Elderon | 40 | D | 0 | — |
| 16 | 54432 | Galloway | 40 | D | 0 | — |
| 17 | 54464 | Phlox | 40 | D | 0 | $91K |
| 18 | 54926 | Big Falls | 40 | D | 0 | $74K |
| 19 | 54978 | Tilleda | 40 | D | 0 | $120K |
Recommended Buyer Guides for Shawano County
If FEMA records flag flood-top-risk status or EPA samples show PFAS exceedances, the matching logic lifts emergency-water and PFAS-rated filtration into the recommendations — federal data drives the order, not retailer arrangements.
- Best Lead Paint Test Kits — 66.4% of homes built before 1978
- Best Under-Sink Reverse Osmosis Systems — Multi-contaminant removal at the kitchen tap
- Best Radon Test Kits — EPA Radon Zone 1 (highest risk) dominant in county
Deep Dive Reports
Detailed analysis for Shawano County, Wisconsin
Overview
Shawano County in Wisconsin covers 19 ZIP codes with an average Home Safety Score of D (52/100).
4 of 19 ZIP codes have recorded EPA violations. 3 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.
What You Can Do
Shawano County has a grade of D. Here are steps to protect your household.
Test your tap water
Order a certified lab test kit ($20-$50) to check for lead, bacteria, and other contaminants specific to your ZIP code.
Consider a certified water filter
NSF-certified filters can remove most common contaminants. Match the filter to your test results for best protection. Try our filter matcher
Contact your water utility
Request the latest Consumer Confidence Report (CCR) from your water provider. It details exactly what was found in your water supply.
Check for lead in your home
66.4% of homes in this county were built before 1978. Older plumbing and solder can leach lead into drinking water, especially in the morning.