Wicomico, VA Water Safety: 73/100 (2026)
1 ZIP code · 1 water system · Updated 2026-06-03
Based on current monitoring, Wicomico holds an above-average drinking water safety record for VA — violations are infrequent and typically minor when they do appear.
How Wicomico Compares
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-03
What You Should Know About Wicomico Water
- Estimated remediation: $1,800 per household.
- CDC health risk index: 13.6 — above typical levels.
Who Supplies Your Water in Wicomico
A single dominant system supplies most of Wicomico, VA. That utility controls infrastructure decisions, rate structures, and EPA compliance reporting for most residential addresses served across those 1 tracked system.
Overview
We track water quality and home safety data for 1 ZIP code in Wicomico, Virginia, covering 1 community water system serving approximately 32 people.
No EPA violations recorded across any ZIP codes in Wicomico — an excellent indicator of water quality.
Home Safety Score
Average Home Safety Score for Wicomico: B (73/100)
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
Wicomico water systems draw from: Groundwater.
Lead & Copper
- Lead data: not yet available for Wicomico
- 0 ZIP codes exceed the EPA lead action level
Radon Risk
Dominant radon zone: Zone 3 (Low Risk)
Areas with No Violations
| ZIP Code | Safety Score | System | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| 23184 | B | R&L TRAILER PARK | 32 |
All ZIP Codes in Wicomico
- 23184 [B]
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.
Health Outcomes in Wicomico
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
Flood & Climate Risk in Wicomico
Within the NFIP's national dataset, Wicomico falls in moderate-exposure territory — 6 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.
Wicomico has a moderate flood history with 6 FEMA claims averaging $20,488 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>$1,800</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.
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