ZipCheckup grade for 60061: B.

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Health Violations Found
B 71

Vernon Hills, IL (60061): 1 Health-Based Violation Recorded for Mapped Water Systems - 71/100

EPA data combined for 9 water systems mapped to this ZIP (largest mapped system: Vernon Hills - Lake Company Pw)

Health Violations Found PFAS Detected

Health-based violation records by water system:

  • Towners Subdivision (1)

EPA records for the water systems mapped to 60061 in Vernon Hills, IL contain 16 recorded violations for inclusive record years 2021 through 2026, all mapped systems combined; 1 are marked health-based.

Data source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) SDWIS

Based on EPA Drinking Water FEMA Flood Data U.S. Census CDC Energy Information Admin. USGS Water Data & 9 more federal sources
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Safety Score
B 71/100
Water Quality Issues 1 health-based violation
Lead Risk Below action level Below the reporting limit, 90th percentile, sample period ending 2023-12-31
NFIP Claim History Claim records 3 claims
Data confidence: High (direct measurement) Medium (sampled / sub-geography) Low (modeled / inferred) Methodology →

At a Glance

  • Water EPA records for water systems mapped to this ZIP show 1 health-based violation and 15 non-health-based (since 2021).
  • Lead The reported 90th-percentile lead result is below the laboratory reporting limit, not a measured zero; EPA's health goal for lead is zero.
  • PFAS PFAS detected in UCMR5 sampling; see the PFAS section for each compound, compared with the federal PFAS MCL where one exists.
  • Radon EPA Zone 2 - county-level radon potential, not a home measurement.
  • Flood 3 cumulative NFIP claim records. Claim evidence is historical, not current map coverage.
Contaminant Summary
Health Violations
16 violations 1 health-based PFAS detected
Report data assembled: Jul 27, 2026 EPA water-system identity: source date or period is not present in ZipCheckup's accepted source record EPA violation history: more than two update cycles old Lead, copper and UCMR measurements: source date or period is not present in ZipCheckup's accepted source record Consumer Confidence Report: source date or period is not present in ZipCheckup's accepted source record
B
ZIP-level Home Safety model score: 71 / 100
Bottom 46% of U.S. ZIP codes
9
Water Systems
33,207
People Served
1
Health Violations (since 2021)Median is 0
Surface water
Water Source
Zone 2
County Radon Potential · Moderate
$390K
Median Home Value166% above state median ($147K)

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Score Breakdown

Overall Home Safety Score: 71/100

This is the published model score. Component and domain values are shown independently; they are not added together on this page.

Canonical components

EPA water compliance
28/100
Observed
PFAS MCL screen
100/100
Observed
EPA radon zone
50/100
Observed
Annual EPA AirData AQI
100/100
Observed

Required domains

Drinking water
64/100
Indoor environment
50/100
Outdoor environment
100/100

Coverage: 4 of 4 components and 3 of 3 domains observed.

Model 4.0.0; series home-safety-v4-cross-vertical.

Safety & Health (8) CRITICAL

Your Water System

ZIP code 60061 in Vernon Hills, Illinois is mapped to the water system Vernon Hills - Lake Company Pw (EPA ID: IL0971750). This system provides water to approximately 33,207 people from surface water sources.

There are 9 community water systems serving this area.

Water Systems Serving This Area

System Name EPA ID Population Source
Vernon Hills - Lake Company Pw IL0971750 33,207 Surface water
Libertyville IL0970900 20,500 Surface water
Mundelein IL0971150 31,500 Surface water
Lincolnshire IL0970950 7,940 Surface water
Buffalo Grove IL0314180 43,212 Surface water

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Data Sources

This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View available EPA compliance records for Vernon Hills - Lake Company Pw (IL0971750) on EPA.gov.

5 of the top compounds applied across the surrounding county in USGS pesticide-use estimates appear on EPA drinking-water monitoring lists. See the agricultural pesticide-use section.

📊 EPA Safe Drinking Water · View source →

PFAS Contamination Detected

PFAS ("forever chemicals") have been reported in samples from water systems associated with ZIP code 60061.

Detected compounds: PFBA.

Highest measured level: 0.0051 µg/L

Reverse osmosis (RO) and activated carbon block filters can reduce PFAS at the tap. Certifications list the compounds covered: an NSF/ANSI 53 or 58 claim for PFOA/PFOS does not cover every PFAS, so check that the product lists the compounds detected here.

📊 EPA UCMR5 · View source →
Environmental Hazards (11) MODERATE
Home & Infrastructure (6) MODERATE
Cost & Community (9) HIGH

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Protect Your Home in Vernon Hills

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Home & Flood Insurance

The ZIP code for this report in Vernon Hills has 3 FEMA flood claims on record. Standard homeowner policies don't cover flood damage - make sure you're protected.

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Gutter Installation & Repair

The median home in 60061 was built around 1980. Aging gutters can cause foundation damage, basement flooding, and mold - a professional assessment can prevent costly repairs.

Typical cost: Gutter installation: typically $1,000–$2,500 for a standard home

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Window Replacement

The median build year of homes in Vernon Hills is 1980; check the age and condition of your own windows. ENERGY STAR windows can save $101–$583/year on energy bills.

Typical cost: Window replacement: typically $300–$800 per window installed

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Roofing Inspection & Repair

Active weather alerts in Illinois increase the risk of roof damage from hail and high winds. A professional inspection can identify vulnerabilities.

Typical cost: Roof inspection: typically $75–$300; repairs $300–$1,500

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is the tap water in 60061 safe to drink?

EPA SDWIS records 16 violations since 2021 across the water systems mapped to ZIP 60061 (primary system: Vernon Hills - Lake Company Pw), including 1 health-based. The violation table above shows which system each record belongs to. ZipCheckup last updated this page in July 2026. The federal source release date is unavailable, so that month is not presented as source currency.

Where does 60061's water come from?

The recorded water source for Vernon Hills - Lake Company Pw, a system mapped to ZIP code 60061, is Surface water. This system serves approximately 33,207 people.

How does Vernon Hills water compare to the national average?

Vernon Hills's Home Safety Score ranks lower than 54% of U.S. ZIP codes, and at or above 55% within Illinois.

How can I get my water tested in Vernon Hills?

If Vernon Hills - Lake Company Pw supplies your home, contact it for its Consumer Confidence Report; otherwise contact the water utility that serves your address, or hire a certified lab for independent home water testing. The EPA recommends annual testing if you use a private well.

What is the radon risk for 60061?

60061 is mapped to a county in EPA Radon Zone 2 (moderate county-level radon potential; EPA recommends testing every home), located in Lake County. EPA radon zones range from Zone 1 (highest county-level potential) to Zone 3 (lowest). Testing your home is recommended regardless of zone.

Are there PFAS (forever chemicals) in 60061's water?

Yes, PFAS have been detected in samples from water systems mapped to 60061. Reverse osmosis and activated carbon filters certified to NSF/ANSI 53 or 58 specifically for PFOA/PFOS reduction can reduce PFAS.

What does the NFIP claim history show for ZIP 60061?

FEMA records contain 3 flood insurance claims filed in ZIP code 60061; the recorded rated-zone value (the most frequent one if there are several claims) is X, which is claims evidence and may differ from the current FEMA map zone for a property. Claim records do not establish current property risk. Review FEMA's map for the specific property.

How to cite this page

APA ZipCheckup. (2026). Vernon Hills, IL (60061): 1 Health-Based Violation Recorded for Mapped Water Systems - 71/100. https://zipcheckup.com/report/60061/
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Page version: October 2026.

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