Thomasville, NC: 2 Violations — 85/100 (2026)
2 ZIP codes · 3 water systems · Updated 2026-06-03
Tap water monitoring data for Thomasville shows a consistently clean picture in NC — few violations on record, compliance well above the median.
How Thomasville Compares
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-03
Key Facts for Thomasville Residents
- Your city's water systems recorded 2 violations in the past 5 years.
- Estimated remediation: $1,500 per household.
- CDC health risk index: 14.11 — above typical levels.
Thomasville's Water Providers
3 independent water providers serve Thomasville, NC — 3 systems appear in federal records.
Overview
We track water quality and home safety data for 2 ZIP codes in Thomasville, North Carolina (population ~48,520), covering 3 community water systems serving approximately 299,318 people region-wide.
2 of 2 ZIP codes (100%) have recorded EPA violations. All violations are monitoring/reporting type.
Home Safety Score
Average Home Safety Score for Thomasville: A (85/100)
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
Thomasville water systems draw from: Surface water.
Lead & Copper
- Lead data: not yet available for Thomasville
- 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
Top Contaminants
| Contaminant | Category | Violations | ZIPs Affected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stage 1 DBP Rule | Treatment Technique | 3 | 2 |
Areas with Most Violations
| ZIP Code | Safety Score | Violations | Health-Based | System |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 27360 | B | 1 | 0 | City of Thomasville, |
| 27361 | A | 1 | 0 | City of Thomasville, |
All ZIP Codes in Thomasville
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.
Thomasville 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 Thomasville's Water?
Based on EPA violation records. Check your ZIP code report for system-specific contaminant data.
How Remediation Costs Compare in Thomasville
In Thomasville, the equity impact of remediation is proportionally small — not the kind of financial commitment that rises to the level of a genuine planning constraint, but a minor share of what most properties here are worth.
Remediation costs in Thomasville are relatively low compared to home values. The $1,000–$2,200 estimated range is a small fraction of median property value. Home values are 26% below the North Carolina average.
Thomasville: Flood History & Water Damage Risk
Within the NFIP's national dataset, Thomasville falls in moderate-exposure territory — 28 documented incidents spanning multiple decades, with 100% of local ZIP codes sitting inside FEMA flood boundaries. That combination warrants inclusion in any thorough local water quality review.
Thomasville has a moderate flood history with 28 FEMA claims averaging $9,501 per payout. 100% 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>$1,500</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
Detailed analysis for Thomasville, NC