Greenville, NC: 5 Health Violations — 89/100 (2026)
5 ZIP codes · 11 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 NC with few health-based violations on file.
How Greenville Compares
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-03
Water Quality Map: Greenville, NC
Each dot represents a ZIP code. Color indicates water quality grade. Tap a dot for details.
Score Distribution
Safety grade breakdown for Greenville's 5 ZIP codes.
Key Facts for Greenville Residents
- Your city's water systems recorded 20 violations in the past 5 years.
- Average lead level: 0.0008 mg/L.
- Estimated remediation: $3,420 per household.
- CDC health risk index: 12.91 — above typical levels.
Greenville's Water Providers
Water service in Greenville, NC is split across 3 utilities out of 11 tracked federally, each operating its own infrastructure and compliance record.
Overview
We track water quality and home safety data for 5 ZIP codes in Greenville, North Carolina (population ~111,331), covering 11 community water systems serving approximately 189,397 people region-wide.
5 of 5 ZIP codes (100%) have recorded EPA violations. 5 health-based violations documented.
Home Safety Score
Average Home Safety Score for Greenville: A (89/100)
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, Surface water.
Lead & Copper
- Average lead level (90th percentile): 0.0008 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): 5 ZIP codes
Top Contaminants
| Contaminant | Category | Violations | ZIPs Affected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stage 2 DBP Rule | Treatment Technique | 12 | 5 |
| Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) | Disinfection Byproducts | 6 | 5 |
| Consumer Confidence Report Rule | Reporting | 6 | 5 |
Areas with Most Violations
| ZIP Code | Safety Score | Violations | Health-Based | System |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 27833 | A | 4 | 1 | Greenville Utilities Commission |
| 27834 | B | 4 | 1 | Greenville Utilities Commission |
| 27835 | A | 4 | 1 | Greenville Utilities Commission |
| 27836 | A | 4 | 1 | Greenville Utilities Commission |
| 27858 | B | 4 | 1 | Greenville Utilities Commission |
All ZIP Codes in Greenville
- 27833 [A] — 4 violations ⚠
- 27834 [B] — 4 violations ⚠
- 27835 [A] — 4 violations ⚠
- 27836 [A] — 4 violations ⚠
- 27858 [B] — 4 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
In Greenville, the equity share of documented remediation is meaningful enough to move the household financial perspective from routine maintenance into deliberate budgeting territory — the cost-to-value ratio is moderate, and most homeowners benefit from mapping the full scope against available budgets before committing.
Remediation costs are moderate relative to home values in Greenville. The estimated $2,230–$4,760 range is manageable for most homeowners but still worth budgeting for. Home values are 1% below the North Carolina 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
Measured against the full NFIP dataset, Greenville's flood record stands out: 737 claims accumulated over decades and 80% of ZIP codes inside FEMA-designated boundaries add up to a high-exposure profile where water infrastructure has faced recurrent stress.
Greenville has a significant flood history with 737 FEMA flood insurance claims on record, averaging $27,385 per claim. With 80% 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>$3,420</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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