Statesboro, GA: 96 Violations — 76/100 (2026)
4 ZIP codes · 8 water systems · Updated 2026-06-03
Water utilities in Statesboro have maintained a consistent compliance record over recent monitoring periods — the city's above-average grade in GA reflects low violation rates and no systemic health concerns flagged in current data.
How Statesboro Compares
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-03
Statesboro Water: The Quick Version
- Your city's water systems recorded 96 violations in the past 5 years.
- Average lead level: 0.0016 mg/L.
- Estimated remediation: $1,500 per household.
- CDC health risk index: 12.79 — above typical levels.
Water Systems Serving Statesboro
Water supply in Statesboro, GA follows a divided structure: 3 utilities account for the largest share of residential service out of 8 total systems, each managing its own distribution network and EPA reporting. Because these systems operate independently, rate decisions and compliance outcomes are determined separately.
Overview
We track water quality and home safety data for 4 ZIP codes in Statesboro, Georgia, covering 8 community water systems serving approximately 65,703 people.
4 of 4 ZIP codes (100%) have recorded EPA violations. All violations are monitoring/reporting type.
Home Safety Score
Average Home Safety Score for Statesboro: B (76/100)
The score combines three factors:
| Factor | What It Measures |
|---|---|
| Water Quality | EPA violations and compliance history |
| Lead Levels | 90th percentile lead concentration vs EPA action level |
| Radon Risk | EPA radon zone classification |
Water Sources
Statesboro water systems draw from: Groundwater.
Lead & Copper
- Average lead level (90th percentile): 0.0016 mg/L (EPA action level: 0.015 mg/L)
- 0 ZIP codes exceed the EPA lead action level
Radon Risk
Dominant radon zone: Zone 3 (Low Risk)
- Zone 1 (High): 0 ZIP codes
- Zone 2 (Moderate): 0 ZIP codes
- Zone 3 (Low): 4 ZIP codes
Top Contaminants
| Contaminant | Category | Violations | ZIPs Affected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Surface Water Treatment Rule | Treatment Technique | 60 | 4 |
| Consumer Confidence Report Rule | Reporting | 40 | 4 |
| Stage 2 DBP Rule | Treatment Technique | 10 | 4 |
| Total Coliform | Microbiological | 5 | 4 |
| Lead and Copper Rule | Treatment Technique | 5 | 4 |
Areas with Most Violations
| ZIP Code | Safety Score | Violations | Health-Based | System |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 30458 | B | 24 | 0 | Statesboro |
| 30459 | B | 24 | 0 | Statesboro |
| 30460 | B | 24 | 0 | Statesboro |
| 30461 | B | 24 | 0 | Statesboro |
All ZIP Codes in Statesboro
- 30458 [B] — 24 violations
- 30459 [B] — 24 violations
- 30460 [B] — 24 violations
- 30461 [B] — 24 violations
Data Sources
- Water quality: EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS)
- Lead/copper: EPA Lead and Copper Rule sampling data
- Radon: EPA Map of Radon Zones
Updated daily.
CDC Health Data for Statesboro
Source: CDC PLACES (County-level estimates). Water contamination can correlate with respiratory and chronic health conditions.
Compared to National Average
Vertical line = national average. ■ Above national · ■ Below national
Key Contaminants Detected in Statesboro
Based on EPA violation records. Check your ZIP code report for system-specific contaminant data.
Statesboro: Remediation Cost in Perspective
How much of a Statesboro home's value does documented remediation represent? A small fraction — the equity share here is in the low tier, and from a household financial perspective, most property owners are considering a commitment that fits comfortably within standard planning rather than a decision that rises to the level of a material budget event or significant equity consideration.
Remediation costs in Statesboro are relatively low compared to home values. The $1,000–$2,150 estimated range is a small fraction of median property value. Home values are 6% above the Georgia average.
Protecting Children from Lead in Statesboro
Why children are most at risk: The CDC states there is no safe level of lead exposure for children. Children under 6 absorb lead more readily than adults, and even low levels can cause developmental delays, learning difficulties, and behavioral problems.
Lead risk in Statesboro appears low overall, but individual homes may differ. Testing is the only way to confirm your water's lead content.
Sources: EPA Lead and Copper Rule, U.S. Census Bureau ACS, CDC childhood lead poisoning prevention guidelines.
Climate-Related Water Risk for Statesboro
Taken together, Statesboro's 150 NFIP flood insurance claims and 50% FEMA flood zone coverage place it in the moderate range of exposure. That middle position has specific implications for water quality. The contamination pathways that flooding can open — surface water overwhelming treatment facility intake, floodwaters infiltrating private wells, distribution pressure changes creating backflow — are not constant risks in a moderate-exposure community. But they do become active during significant flood events, and the claim record here indicates enough of those events to make flood timing an occasional factor in local water quality conversations.
Statesboro has a moderate flood history with 150 FEMA claims averaging $28,292 per payout. 50% of ZIP codes fall within FEMA flood zones. Flood events can contaminate drinking water and overwhelm treatment systems.
How flooding affects water quality: Flood events can introduce sewage, agricultural runoff, and industrial chemicals into water supplies. Even after floodwaters recede, contamination can persist in wells and aging infrastructure. Flood damage can add significantly to the estimated <strong>$1,500</strong> remediation cost per household.
Residents in flood-prone areas should consider flood insurance even outside FEMA zones — over 25% of flood claims come from low-to-moderate risk areas. After any flood event, test your water before drinking.
Source: FEMA National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) claims data, FEMA flood zone designations.
Deep Dive Reports
Detailed analysis for Statesboro, GA