COUNTY REPORT WY

Sublette County, Wyoming

5 ZIP codes · Avg score 49/100 · Grade D · Updated 2026-06-03

Water systems serving Sublette County's 5 ZIP codes record elevated violation rates — residents in affected areas may want to verify their local system's current status.

How Sublette County Compares

Sublette County49/100
Wyoming avg55/100
National avg68/100

How Sublette County Compares

D
County Grade
49/100
Avg Safety Score
5
ZIP Codes
4
Water Systems

Sublette County scores 6 points below the Wyoming state average (55/100) and 19 points below the national average (68/100).

Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-03

D
County Grade
49
Avg Safety Score
5
ZIP Codes
Best ZIP: 82941 (63/100)
Lowest ZIP: 83115 (40/100)
$416K
Median Home Value
$1,260
Avg Remediation (30% of home value)

ZIP Code Risk Map

Water Quality Map: Sublette County, Wyoming

Each dot represents a ZIP code. Color indicates water quality grade. Tap a dot for details.

A B C D F

Key Risk Factors

Health risk index: 12.8 (asthma 9.8%, diabetes 11.2%)

Estimated additional annual cost per homeowner: $390, driven primarily by wildfire

Infrastructure: 0.352% avg pipe failure probability

56.4% of homes built before 1978 (lead paint era)

County Health Indicators vs National Average

Asthma 9.8% (national: 8.9%)
Diabetes 11.2% (national: 10.5%)
Obesity 33.3% (national: 32.4%)

Black markers indicate national averages. Source: CDC PLACES, Census ACS.

Infrastructure Overview

1985
Median Build Year
56.4%
Pre-1978 Housing
35%
Pipe Failure Probability
0%
ZIPs at High Infra Risk
Low
Lead Pipe Risk

Sources: Census ACS (housing age), EPA SDWIS (infrastructure risk model), state bridge inspection data.

Compound Risk Breakdown

Estimated additional annual cost per homeowner: $390

Wildfire $180/yr
Water / Lead $120/yr
Energy Code Gap $90/yr

Bar widths proportional to share of total annual risk cost. Source: compound risk model (FEMA, EPA, USGS).

Housing Age Distribution

4,881 housing units in Sublette County

Pre-1940 8%
1940–1959 8%
1960–1979 25%
1980–1999 32%
2000+ 26%

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 Sublette County

$416K
Median Home Value
$1,260
Est. Remediation Cost
0.3%
of Home Value
Remediation as % of home value low burden

Remediation costs are relatively manageable for most homeowners in Sublette 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 Sublette County residents

Asthma 9.8% (US avg: 8.9%)
Diabetes 11.2% (US avg: 11%)
Obesity 33.3% (US avg: 32.4%)

Black markers = national averages. Red = above national avg. Green = below. Source: CDC PLACES, Census ACS.

Water Systems with Most Violations

Top 4 systems in Sublette County ranked by EPA violation count.

# Water System Population Violations
1 Big Piney, Town of 445 79
2 Mountain Village Parks 53 79
3 PINEDALE MUNICIPAL WS 1,900 3
4 High Meadow Ranch 580 3

All ZIP Codes in Sublette County

5 ZIP codes tracked in Sublette County.

# ZIP Code City Safety Score Grade Violations Home Value
1 82941 Pinedale 63 C 3 $323K
2 83113 Big Piney 61 C 79 (1 health) $249K
3 82923 Boulder 40 D 0 $555K
4 82925 Cora 40 D 0 $416K
5 83115 Daniel 40 D 0 $620K

Recommended Buyer Guides for Sublette County

Methodologically, the recommendation order reflects severity in the federal record: contaminants flagged in EPA detection records for this county outrank generic water concerns, FEMA-confirmed hazard ratings shift emergency-related categories upward, and CDC lead-exposure markers govern when lead-test kits and certified filters appear at the top of the list.

Overview

Sublette County in Wyoming covers 5 ZIP codes with an average Home Safety Score of D (49/100).

2 of 5 ZIP codes have recorded EPA violations. 1 health-based violation have been documented.

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Data Sources

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What You Can Do

Sublette County has a grade of D. Here are steps to protect your household.

1

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.

2

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

3

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.

4

Check for lead in your home

56.4% of homes in this county were built before 1978. Older plumbing and solder can leach lead into drinking water, especially in the morning.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is water safe in Sublette County?
Sublette County receives a grade of D. 1 of 5 ZIP codes have health-based violations. Independent water testing is recommended.
How many water systems serve Sublette County?
Sublette County is served by 4 public water systems that supply drinking water to residents across 5 ZIP codes.
What is the biggest environmental risk in Sublette County?
The primary environmental risk factor in Sublette County is wildfire. This contributes to an estimated additional annual cost of $390 per homeowner.
How old are homes in Sublette County?
The median home build year in Sublette County is 1985. 56.4% of homes were built before 1978, which means they may contain lead-based paint and older plumbing materials.
How does Sublette County compare to Wyoming?
Sublette County has an average water safety score of 49/100, which is below the Wyoming state average of 55/100.

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