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Camden, SC Home Safety: Home Safety Score unavailable

2 ZIP codes · 3 water systems · Updated

Data: EPA SDWIS

2
ZIP Codes
3
Water Systems
0
ZIPs Linked to Systems with Violations
Zone 3
County Radon Potential (Low)
$209K
Median Home Value
$500
Est. Remediation (0.2% of home value)

Key Facts for Camden Residents

  • Average of reported 90th-percentile lead results: 0.0022 mg/L.
  • Estimated remediation: $500 per household.
  • Health risk index (ZipCheckup composite of CDC data): 14.03.

Camden's Water Providers

Federal records list 3 water systems tied to Camden, SC. 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 home safety data for 2 ZIP codes in Camden, South Carolina (population ~22,868), covering 3 community water systems serving approximately 70,344 people region-wide. The EPA snapshots used for this build directly map water systems to 1 of 2 ZIP codes.

The available EPA record reports 0 violations for 1 ZIP code with a reported violation count.

Water Sources

Camden water systems draw from: Groundwater, Surface water.

Lead & Copper

  • Average of reported 90th-percentile lead results: 0.0022 mg/L (EPA action level: 0.015 mg/L)
  • 0 of 1 ZIP code with known status exceed the EPA lead action level

Radon Risk

2 of 2 ZIP records with known zones are in EPA Radon Zone 3.

The EPA recommends testing all homes regardless of radon zone. County radon zones cannot replace an in-home radon test.

Areas with No Violations

ZIP Code Safety Score System Population
29020 — Camden City of (sc2810001) 19,076

All ZIP Codes in Camden

Data Sources

Reporting periods vary by source. Missing data is shown as unavailable, not as zero.

Camden Community Health Snapshot

9.8%
Asthma (US: 9.8%)
14.8%
Diabetes (US: 10.4%)
16.7%
Poor Mental Health (US: 14.8%)

Source: CDC PLACES (County-level estimates). County health indicators are shown for context only and are not linked to this area's water records.

Compared to National Average

Asthma 9.8% ↓
Diabetes 14.8% ↑
Mental Health 16.7% ↑

Vertical line = national average. ■ Above national · ■ Below national

How Remediation Costs Compare in Camden

This section sets two area figures side by side for Camden: the median home value and an estimated remediation cost. Here the estimate equals no more than 1% of that value, which places the city in the low tier; it is an area estimate, and the cost for any one property can be higher or lower.

Median Home Value
$208,800
Est. Remediation
$500
Remediation as % of home value 0.2%

Estimated remediation costs in Camden can be compared with local home values. The $300–$800 estimated range can be set against the median property value; actual costs vary by home. Home values are 1% above the South Carolina average.

Camden: Lead Risk & Vulnerable Populations

0.0022
mg/L average of reported water-system 90th-percentile lead results (the 0.015 action level applies to each system's result, not to this average)

Why children are most at risk: The CDC states that no safe blood lead level in children has been identified. Children under 6 absorb lead more readily than adults, and even low levels can cause developmental delays, learning difficulties, and behavioral problems.

Available area-level lead records for Camden do not determine the lead level at an individual tap. 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.

Camden: NFIP Claim Records and Water-Quality Context

54
Total FEMA Flood Claims
$6,282
Avg Reported Sum With Payment Data
100%
A/V Share of Claim-Record ZIPs

Historical NFIP data for Camden contains 54 flood insurance claims. Among claims with payment data, the average reported building, contents, and ICC component sum is $6,282. Among ZIP codes with claim records, 100% have an A- or V-family dominant rated zone recorded in those historical claims. This is not a complete current FEMA property-map inventory.

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. The $500 remediation estimate shown here excludes flood insurance and is not derived from NFIP claim count.

Claim count does not establish current property risk. Check the exact address in FEMA's current map and obtain a property-specific insurance quote when relevant.

Source: historical FEMA National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) claim records. No current FEMA property-map designation is asserted.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does Camden water have lead?
The average of the reported 90th-percentile lead results across the ZIP codes of Camden is 0.0022 mg/L. The EPA action level of 0.015 mg/L applies to each water system's own 90th percentile, not to this average. EPA's health goal for lead is zero. Lead levels can vary by home - testing is recommended especially in older properties.
How many water systems serve Camden?
Our records map 3 water systems to 2 ZIP codes in Camden. The related population figure in our data is approximately 22,868 people; it is not a count of people served citywide.
How much does it cost to fix water issues in Camden?
Estimated remediation cost per household in Camden: $500; modeled range $300 to $800. Estimated costs may include filtration, pipe replacement, radon mitigation, or flood protection where applicable.
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How to cite this page

APA ZipCheckup. (2026). Camden, SC Home Safety: Home Safety Score unavailable. https://zipcheckup.com/cities/sc/camden/
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  year   = {2026},
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Page version: October 2026.

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