Winnebago County, Wisconsin
15 ZIP codes · Avg score 63/100 · Grade C · Updated 2026-06-04
Tracking 15 ZIP codes in Winnebago County reveals a mixed picture — tap water quality varies meaningfully by location.
How Winnebago County Compares
How Winnebago County Compares
Winnebago County scores 3 points below the Wisconsin state average (66/100) and 5 points below the national average (68/100).
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-04
ZIP Code Risk Map
Water Quality Map: Winnebago County, Wisconsin
Each dot represents a ZIP code. Color indicates water quality grade. Tap a dot for details.
Key Risk Factors
Health risk index: 12.9 (asthma 11%, diabetes 11.3%)
Estimated additional annual cost per homeowner: $891, driven primarily by flood
Infrastructure: 0.4% avg pipe failure probability, 33% of ZIPs at high risk
64% of homes built before 1978 (lead paint era)
Violation History (2021–2024)
→ Stable trendEPA violation counts by year across Winnebago County water systems. Health-based shown in red, total in blue.
Peak year: 2024 with 15 violations. Past 5 years: 27 total (27 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: $891
Bar widths proportional to share of total annual risk cost. Source: compound risk model (FEMA, EPA, USGS).
Housing Age Distribution
65,465 housing units in Winnebago 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 Winnebago County
Remediation costs are relatively manageable for most homeowners in Winnebago 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 Winnebago 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 Winnebago County ranked by EPA violation count.
| # | Water System | Population | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Winnebago Area Sanitary District | 90 | 61 |
| 2 | Oshkosh Waterworks | 63,000 | 60 |
| 3 | Algoma Tn Sanitary District 1 | 3,935 | 60 |
| 4 | Silvercrest Apartments | 51 | 60 |
| 5 | Winneconne Waterworks | 2,502 | 25 |
11 total water systems serve Winnebago County.
All ZIP Codes in Winnebago County
15 ZIP codes tracked in Winnebago County.
| # | ZIP Code | City | Safety Score | Grade | Violations | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 54947 | Larsen | 83 | B | 0 | $267K |
| 2 | 54985 | Winnebago | 79 | B | 1 | — |
| 3 | 54957 | Neenah | 78 | B | 4 (2 health) | — |
| 4 | 54963 | Omro | 77 | B | 2 | $219K |
| 5 | 54956 | Neenah | 74 | B | 4 (2 health) | $238K |
| 6 | 54986 | Winneconne | 64 | C | 11 (7 health) | $281K |
| 7 | 54903 | Oshkosh | 60 | C | 12 (2 health) | — |
| 8 | 53033 | Hubertus | 55 | C | 0 | $399K |
| 9 | 54901 | Oshkosh | 55 | C | 12 (2 health) | $164K |
| 10 | 54904 | Oshkosh | 55 | C | 12 (2 health) | $259K |
| 11 | 54906 | Oshkosh | 53 | D | 12 (2 health) | — |
| 12 | 54934 | Eureka | 53 | D | 0 | — |
| 13 | 54969 | Readfield | 53 | D | 0 | — |
| 14 | 54980 | Waukau | 53 | D | 0 | $165K |
| 15 | 54902 | Oshkosh | 50 | D | 12 (2 health) | $164K |
Recommended Buyer Guides for Winnebago County
Four sources — EPA, NSF, FEMA, CDC — drive the match.
- Best Lead Paint Test Kits — 64% 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 Winnebago County, Wisconsin
Overview
Winnebago County in Wisconsin covers 15 ZIP codes with an average Home Safety Score of C (63/100).
10 of 15 ZIP codes have recorded EPA violations. 21 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.