High Point, NC: 7 Health Violations — 92/100 (2026)
7 ZIP codes · 7 water systems · Updated 2026-06-03
Drinking water tracked for High Point by NC authorities posts above-average scores — the majority of systems are free from health-based exceedances and the city's grade sits above the state median.
How High Point Compares
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-03
Water Quality Map: High Point, NC
Each dot represents a ZIP code. Color indicates water quality grade. Tap a dot for details.
Score Distribution
Safety grade breakdown for High Point's 7 ZIP codes.
Key Facts for High Point Residents
- Your city's water systems recorded 21 violations in the past 5 years.
- Average lead level: 0.0038 mg/L.
- Estimated remediation: $1,414 per household.
- CDC health risk index: 13 — above typical levels.
High Point's Water Providers
Federal records list 7 water systems tied to High Point, NC. Of those, 3 are the primary providers, meaning service conditions, rate structures, and compliance histories can differ depending on where a property sits.
Overview
We track water quality and home safety data for 7 ZIP codes in High Point, North Carolina (population ~124,819), covering 7 community water systems serving approximately 1,013,580 people region-wide.
7 of 7 ZIP codes (100%) have recorded EPA violations. 7 health-based violations documented.
Home Safety Score
Average Home Safety Score for High Point: A (92/100)
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
High Point water systems draw from: Groundwater, Surface water.
Lead & Copper
- Average lead level (90th percentile): 0.0038 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): 7 ZIP codes
Top Contaminants
| Contaminant | Category | Violations | ZIPs Affected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) | Disinfection Byproducts | 8 | 7 |
| Surface Water Treatment Rule | Treatment Technique | 8 | 7 |
| E. coli | Microbiological | 8 | 7 |
Areas with Most Violations
| ZIP Code | Safety Score | Violations | Health-Based | System |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 27260 | A | 3 | 1 | City of High Point, |
| 27261 | A | 3 | 1 | City of High Point, |
| 27262 | B | 3 | 1 | City of High Point, |
| 27263 | A | 3 | 1 | City of High Point, |
| 27264 | A | 3 | 1 | City of High Point, |
| 27265 | A | 3 | 1 | City of High Point, |
| 27268 | A | 3 | 1 | City of High Point, |
All ZIP Codes in High Point
- 27260 [A] — 3 violations ⚠
- 27261 [A] — 3 violations ⚠
- 27262 [B] — 3 violations ⚠
- 27263 [A] — 3 violations ⚠
- 27264 [A] — 3 violations ⚠
- 27265 [A] — 3 violations ⚠
- 27268 [A] — 3 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.
High Point 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 High Point's Water?
Based on EPA violation records. Check your ZIP code report for system-specific contaminant data.
How Remediation Costs Compare in High Point
While no remediation project is entirely without cost, the relationship between estimated remediation and property values in High Point is notably favorable — the equity share is small enough that the household financial perspective is one of proportionality rather than pressure, and most homeowners can treat it as routine planning rather than a significant financial event.
Remediation costs in High Point are relatively low compared to home values. The $893–$2,200 estimated range is a small fraction of median property value. Home values are 10% below the North Carolina average.
High Point: 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 High Point 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.
High Point: Flood History & Water Damage Risk
How does High Point's flood record connect to local water quality? The NFIP documents 147 claims — enough to signal recurring events — and 57% of ZIP codes carry FEMA flood zone status. That combination places flooding in the category of factors that can periodically affect water infrastructure, even if the area isn't among the highest-exposure communities in the NFIP dataset.
High Point has a moderate flood history with 147 FEMA claims averaging $6,818 per payout. 57% 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>$1,414</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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