Davidson, NC Water Safety: 88/100 (2026)
2 ZIP codes · 3 water systems · Updated 2026-06-03
Water utilities in Davidson have maintained a consistent compliance record over recent monitoring periods — the city's above-average grade in NC reflects low violation rates and no systemic health concerns flagged in current data.
How Davidson Compares
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-03
Key Facts for Davidson Residents
- Estimated remediation: $1,100 per household.
- CDC health risk index: 10.72.
Davidson's Water Providers
Davidson, NC is covered by 3 major water utilities out of 3 federally tracked systems, each managing its own pipes, treatment processes, and EPA filings. What a household gets from the tap depends on which provider's system serves that address.
Overview
We track water quality and home safety data for 2 ZIP codes in Davidson, North Carolina (population ~21,824), covering 3 community water systems serving approximately 1,167,006 people region-wide.
No EPA violations recorded across any ZIP codes in Davidson — an excellent indicator of water quality.
Home Safety Score
Average Home Safety Score for Davidson: A (88/100)
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
Davidson water systems draw from: Groundwater.
Lead & Copper
- Lead data: not yet available for Davidson
- 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): 2 ZIP codes
Areas with No Violations
| ZIP Code | Safety Score | System | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| 28035 | A | Park Creek S/d | 203 |
| 28036 | A | CHARLOTTE WATER | 1,163,701 |
All ZIP Codes in Davidson
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.
Davidson 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
How Remediation Costs Compare in Davidson
The household financial picture for Davidson homeowners is proportionally favorable — addressing documented issues claims a small slice of equity, and the cost-to-value ratio puts this area well within the manageable tier.
Remediation costs in Davidson are relatively low compared to home values. The $700–$1,700 estimated range is a small fraction of median property value. Home values are 146% above the North Carolina average.
Davidson: Flood History & Water Damage Risk
Within the NFIP's national dataset, Davidson falls in moderate-exposure territory — 3 documented incidents spanning multiple decades, with 50% of local ZIP codes sitting inside FEMA flood boundaries. That combination warrants inclusion in any thorough local water quality review.
Davidson has a moderate flood history with 3 FEMA claims averaging $8,197 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>$1,100</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
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