Hamptonville, NC Water Safety: 72/100 (2026)
1 ZIP code · 3 water systems · Updated 2026-06-03
In current tracking cycles, Hamptonville records above-average water quality outcomes for NC; compliance history over recent years shows few departures from federal standards and no systemic failures across its water systems.
How Hamptonville Compares
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-03
What You Should Know About Hamptonville Water
- Homes built before 1986: 58% — older plumbing may contain lead solder.
- Estimated remediation: $1,000 per household.
- CDC health risk index: 14.71 — above typical levels.
Who Supplies Your Water in Hamptonville
3 water systems are tracked federally in Hamptonville, NC. The top 3 providers collectively serve most residential addresses, but because they operate independently, infrastructure maintenance standards and compliance histories differ from one service zone to another.
Overview
We track water quality and home safety data for 1 ZIP code in Hamptonville, North Carolina (population ~5,854), covering 3 community water systems serving approximately 29,804 people region-wide.
No EPA violations recorded across any ZIP codes in Hamptonville — an excellent indicator of water quality.
Home Safety Score
Average Home Safety Score for Hamptonville: B (72/100)
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
Hamptonville water systems draw from: Surface water.
Lead & Copper
- Lead data: not yet available for Hamptonville
- 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 27020 | B | Iredell Water Corporation | 27,173 |
All ZIP Codes in Hamptonville
- 27020 [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.
Health Outcomes in Hamptonville
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
Housing & Infrastructure in Hamptonville
With 58% 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
Reading the housing age data for Hamptonville — median build year 1988 — the overriding implication is that the plumbing materials inside a typical home here reflect pre-1986 construction standards. In practical terms, that means lead-soldered copper joints are common across much of the housing stock. Where those materials are present, water can leach lead as it moves through joints — a pathway that corrosion control treatment under federal rules is designed to reduce, though it cannot eliminate lead risk where the plumbing materials themselves contain lead.
Over half of homes in Hamptonville were built before 1986, when lead solder was banned. Older plumbing may leach lead into drinking water, especially with corrosive water chemistry.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS B25034.
Cost Context: What Remediation Means for Hamptonville Homeowners
Low proportionality — that's the Hamptonville picture when remediation costs are placed against typical home equity.
Remediation costs in Hamptonville are relatively low compared to home values. The $400–$1,600 estimated range is a small fraction of median property value. Home values are 37% below the North Carolina average.
Lead Exposure Risk for Children in Hamptonville
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.
58% of Hamptonville housing dates to the pre-rule era, alongside aggregate readings hovering at the federal action mark — household-level confirmation through a draw-test kit fits the local picture.
Sources: EPA Lead and Copper Rule, U.S. Census Bureau ACS, CDC childhood lead poisoning prevention guidelines.
Deep Dive Reports
Detailed analysis for Hamptonville, NC