White Plains, GA Water Safety: 83/100 (2026)
1 ZIP code · 1 water system · Updated 2026-07-19
ZipCheckup grade for White Plains: B.
This ZIP looks solid, with a few items worth a quick check.
Although water quality varies across any metro, White Plains's systems collectively post above-average compliance scores for GA - and documented violations are few.
How White Plains Compares
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-07-19
Key Facts for White Plains Residents
- Average lead level: 0.0048 mg/L.
- Homes built before 1986: 43% - older plumbing may contain lead solder.
- Estimated remediation: $400 per household.
- CDC health risk index: 14.55 - above typical levels.
White Plains's Water Providers
White Plains, GA draws its water from one primary utility across 1 tracked system.
- B
Overview
We track water quality and home safety data for 1 ZIP code in White Plains, Georgia, covering 1 community water system serving approximately 1,555 people.
No EPA violations are recorded for the tracked water systems in White Plains as of the latest reporting period.
Home Safety Score
Average Home Safety Score for White Plains: B (83/100)
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
White Plains water systems draw from: Groundwater.
Lead & Copper
- Average lead level (90th percentile): 0.0048 mg/L (EPA action level: 0.015 mg/L)
- 0 ZIP codes exceed the EPA lead action level
Radon Risk
Dominant radon zone: Zone 2 (Moderate Risk)
The EPA recommends testing homes in Zone 1 and Zone 2 areas for radon.
Areas with No Violations
| ZIP Code | Safety Score | System | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| 30678 | B | White Plains | 497 |
All ZIP Codes in White Plains
- 30678 [B]
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.
White Plains Community Health Snapshot
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
White Plains Infrastructure Age
With 43% of homes built before 1986, lead solder in plumbing is a potential concern. The EPA banned lead solder in 1986, but many older homes retain original plumbing.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS).
Housing Age Profile
Some cities skew heavily toward one construction era; White Plains does not. The median build year of 1980 reflects a housing stock where older and newer homes share the market in meaningful proportions. That mixed profile means the city carries moderate aggregate plumbing-era risk - with older homes, particularly those built before 1986, representing the portion of the stock where lead-soldered joints may still be present.
Most homes in White Plains were built after 1986, reducing the risk of lead contamination from plumbing. Older homes should still be tested.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS B25034.
How Remediation Costs Compare in White Plains
Property equity in White Plains runs well ahead of estimated remediation costs - a cost-to-value ratio that sits in the low tier, meaning documented water and safety issues here are the kind homeowners can plan to address without treating the expense as a significant budget event relative to what their homes are worth.
Remediation costs in White Plains are relatively low compared to home values. The $0–$800 estimated range is a small fraction of median property value. Home values are 53% below the Georgia average.
White Plains: Lead Risk & Vulnerable Populations
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.
Before the federal solder ban, lead solder was a routine plumbing material, and 43% of the White Plains inventory was built in that earlier era - a share large enough to move household-level reads onto the standard list.
Sources: EPA Lead and Copper Rule, U.S. Census Bureau ACS, CDC childhood lead poisoning prevention guidelines.
Deep Dive Reports
Detailed analysis for White Plains, GA