Upperville, VA: High Radon Risk — 47/100 (2026)
2 ZIP codes · 4 water systems · Updated 2026-06-03
Compared to VA averages, Upperville scores below the baseline — health violations appear more frequently than the norm and the city's grade reflects that ongoing shortfall.
How Upperville Compares
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-03
Key Facts for Upperville Residents
- Estimated remediation: $800 per household.
- CDC health risk index: 12.14 — above typical levels.
Upperville's Water Providers
Multiple utilities divide Upperville, VA's water service — 3 leading providers among 4 on the federal register.
Overview
We track water quality and home safety data for 2 ZIP codes in Upperville, Virginia (population ~504), covering 4 community water systems serving approximately 7,298 people region-wide.
No EPA violations recorded across any ZIP codes in Upperville — an excellent indicator of water quality.
Home Safety Score
Average Home Safety Score for Upperville: D (47/100)
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
Upperville water systems draw from: Groundwater.
Lead & Copper
- Lead data: not yet available for Upperville
- 0 ZIP codes exceed the EPA lead action level
Radon Risk
Dominant radon zone: Zone 1 (High Risk)
- Zone 1 (High): 1 ZIP code
- Zone 2 (Moderate): 1 ZIP code
- 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 Upperville
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.
Upperville 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 You Can Do in Upperville
- 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.
- Review your water system's CCR. Your utility publishes an annual Consumer Confidence Report with detailed test results. Request it or find it online.
Deep Dive Reports
Detailed analysis for Upperville, VA