Dorchester County, District of Columbia
1 ZIP code · Avg score 72/100 · Grade B · Updated 2026-07-19
ZipCheckup grade for Dorchester: B.
This ZIP looks solid, with a few items worth a quick check.
In recent assessments, Dorchester County's 1 ZIP code record strong, consistent water safety outcomes.
How Dorchester County Compares
How Dorchester County Compares
Dorchester County scores 4 points above the District of Columbia state average (68/100) and 4 points above the national average (68/100).
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-07-19
Key Risk Factors
Health risk index: 12.6 (asthma 9.6%, diabetes 12.8%)
Estimated additional annual cost per homeowner: $1,930, driven primarily by sea_level
Infrastructure: 0.49% avg pipe failure probability, 100% of ZIPs at high risk
Violation History (2022–2025)
→ Stable trendEPA violation counts by year across Dorchester County water systems. Health-based shown in red, total in blue.
Peak year: 2025 with 3 violations. Past 5 years: 5 total (5 health-based).
Source: EPA SDWIS historical violations. Data may lag 6–12 months for the most recent year.
County Health Indicators vs National Average
Black markers indicate national averages. Source: CDC PLACES, Census ACS.
Infrastructure Overview
Sources: Census ACS (housing age), EPA SDWIS (infrastructure risk model), state bridge inspection data.
Compound Risk Breakdown
Estimated additional annual cost per homeowner: $1,930
Bar widths proportional to share of total annual risk cost. Source: compound risk model (FEMA, EPA, USGS).
Health Outcomes vs National Average
CDC PLACES data for Dorchester County residents
Black markers = national averages. Red = above national avg. Green = below. Source: CDC PLACES, Census ACS.
Water systems serving Dorchester County
4 community water systems serving Dorchester County.
- B
- B
- B
- B
Systems with the most violations in Dorchester County
1 water system with recorded EPA violations.
- B
All ZIP Codes in Dorchester County
1 ZIP code tracked in Dorchester County.
| # | ZIP Code | City | Safety Score | Grade | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 20405 | Washington | 72 | B | 33 (6 health) |
Recommended Buyer Guides for Dorchester County
Where county records show a lead exceedance or pre-1978 housing concentration, lead-specific filters and test kits move toward the top of the list.
- Best Under-Sink Reverse Osmosis Systems — Multi-contaminant removal at the kitchen tap
Overview
Dorchester County in District of Columbia covers 1 ZIP code with an average Home Safety Score of B (72/100).
1 of 1 ZIP code have recorded EPA violations. 6 health-based violations have been documented.
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Data Sources
- Water quality: EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS)
Updated daily.