Nokesville, VA Water Safety: 58/100 (2026)
2 ZIP codes · 4 water systems · Updated 2026-06-03
Nokesville, VA: middle-tier water safety by the latest federal monitoring.
How Nokesville Compares
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-03
Key Facts for Nokesville Residents
- Estimated remediation: $1,800 per household.
- CDC health risk index: 11.24.
Nokesville's Water Providers
Throughout Nokesville, VA, water comes from one of 3 primary utilities out of 4 total systems — independent providers with different rate structures, infrastructure, and compliance records that vary across the service territory.
Overview
We track water quality and home safety data for 2 ZIP codes in Nokesville, Virginia (population ~10,128), covering 4 community water systems serving approximately 314,324 people region-wide.
No EPA violations recorded across any ZIP codes in Nokesville — an excellent indicator of water quality.
Home Safety Score
Average Home Safety Score for Nokesville: C (58/100)
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
Nokesville water systems draw from: Groundwater.
Lead & Copper
- Lead data: not yet available for Nokesville
- 0 ZIP codes exceed the EPA lead action level
Radon Risk
Dominant radon zone: Zone 2 (Moderate Risk)
- Zone 1 (High): 0 ZIP codes
- Zone 2 (Moderate): 2 ZIP codes
- Zone 3 (Low): 0 ZIP codes
The EPA recommends testing homes in Zone 1 and Zone 2 areas for radon.
Areas with No Violations
All ZIP Codes in Nokesville
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.
Nokesville 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
How Remediation Costs Compare in Nokesville
Across Nokesville, the equity share taken up by estimated remediation is small — a favorable ratio for most property owners.
Remediation costs in Nokesville are relatively low compared to home values. The $900–$2,850 estimated range is a small fraction of median property value. Home values are 114% above the Virginia average.
Nokesville: Flood History & Water Damage Risk
Across the NFIP's long tracking period, Nokesville shows 5 claims and 50% of ZIP codes within FEMA-designated flood zones — figures that place it in moderate flood exposure territory. At this level, the water-quality implications of flooding — contaminated wells, stressed treatment intake, distribution backflow — move from theoretical edge cases to genuine periodic risks, particularly during higher-severity events.
Nokesville has a moderate flood history with 5 FEMA claims averaging $31,623 per payout. 50% 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>$1,800</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.
What You Can Do in Nokesville
- Test your water at home. City-level data shows averages — your tap may differ. NSF-certified test kits cost $20-40 and give results in days.
- Install a certified water filter. An NSF-certified pitcher or under-sink filter removes most common contaminants.
- Check your home's plumbing. Homes built before 1986 may have lead solder in pipes. A licensed plumber can assess your risk.
Deep Dive Reports
Detailed analysis for Nokesville, VA