Greenville, MS: 8 Health Violations — 83/100 (2026)
4 ZIP codes · 6 water systems · Updated 2026-06-03
Water systems serving Greenville hold a strong EPA compliance record — the city places among the better-performing areas in MS with few health-based violations on file.
How Greenville Compares
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-03
Key Facts for Greenville Residents
- Your city's water systems recorded 44 violations in the past 5 years.
- Average lead level: 0.0011 mg/L.
- Estimated remediation: $1,650 per household.
- CDC health risk index: 17.73 — above typical levels.
Greenville's Water Providers
3 independent water providers serve Greenville, MS — 6 systems appear in federal records.
Overview
We track water quality and home safety data for 4 ZIP codes in Greenville, Mississippi, covering 6 community water systems serving approximately 32,503 people.
4 of 4 ZIP codes (100%) have recorded EPA violations. 8 health-based violations documented.
Home Safety Score
Average Home Safety Score for Greenville: 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
Greenville water systems draw from: Groundwater.
Lead & Copper
- Average lead level (90th percentile): 0.0011 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) | Disinfection Byproducts | 10 | 4 |
| Surface Water Treatment Rule | Treatment Technique | 10 | 4 |
| Consumer Confidence Report Rule | Reporting | 10 | 4 |
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Microbiological | 10 | 4 |
| Stage 1 DBP Rule | Treatment Technique | 5 | 4 |
Areas with Most Violations
| ZIP Code | Safety Score | Violations | Health-Based | System |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 38701 | B | 11 | 2 | City of Greenville |
| 38702 | A | 11 | 2 | City of Greenville |
| 38703 | B | 11 | 2 | City of Greenville |
| 38704 | A | 11 | 2 | City of Greenville |
All ZIP Codes in Greenville
- 38701 [B] — 11 violations ⚠
- 38702 [A] — 11 violations ⚠
- 38703 [B] — 11 violations ⚠
- 38704 [A] — 11 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.
Greenville 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
What's in Greenville's Water?
Based on EPA violation records. Check your ZIP code report for system-specific contaminant data.
How Remediation Costs Compare in Greenville
Middle of the range — Greenville homeowners face a remediation share that calls for real financial attention without reaching crisis territory.
Remediation costs are moderate relative to home values in Greenville. The estimated $1,050–$2,575 range is manageable for most homeowners but still worth budgeting for. Home values are 7% below the Mississippi average.
Greenville: 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.
Lead risk in Greenville 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.
Greenville: Flood History & Water Damage Risk
Flood exposure in Greenville is substantial — 1739 NFIP claims on record and 100% of ZIP codes within FEMA-designated zones. That volume of documented flood activity places water-quality implications of flooding firmly in the active-risk category rather than the hypothetical.
Greenville has a significant flood history with 1,739 FEMA flood insurance claims on record, averaging $21,513 per claim. With 100% of ZIP codes in FEMA-designated flood zones, flood risk is a major concern for homeowners and water quality.
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>$1,650</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.
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