Gilchrist County, Florida
1 ZIP code · Avg score 80/100 · Grade B · Updated 2026-06-03
Spanning 1 ZIP code, Gilchrist County posts strong drinking water compliance — most systems have never triggered a health-based notice.
How Gilchrist County Compares
How Gilchrist County Compares
Gilchrist County scores 7 points above the Florida state average (73/100) and 12 points above the national average (68/100).
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-03
Key Risk Factors
Health risk index: 14.3 (asthma 10.2%, diabetes 12.8%)
Estimated additional annual cost per homeowner: $2,070, driven primarily by flood
Infrastructure: 0.2% avg pipe failure probability
31% of homes built before 1978 (lead paint era)
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: $2,070
Bar widths proportional to share of total annual risk cost. Source: compound risk model (FEMA, EPA, USGS).
Housing Age Distribution
4,851 housing units in Gilchrist County
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS B25034 (Year Structure Built).
Water Safety Affordability
How much it costs to fix water issues relative to home values in Gilchrist County
Remediation costs are relatively manageable for most homeowners in Gilchrist County, representing a small fraction of property value.
Remediation includes water filtration, lead abatement, radon mitigation, and flood protection where applicable. Source: Census ACS, EPA SDWIS.
Health Outcomes vs National Average
CDC PLACES data for Gilchrist County residents
Black markers = national averages. Red = above national avg. Green = below. Source: CDC PLACES, Census ACS.
Water Systems with Most Violations
Top 3 systems in Gilchrist County ranked by EPA violation count.
| # | Water System | Population | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Trenton Water Department | 1,999 | 7 |
| 2 | City of Chiefland Wtp | 2,031 | 7 |
| 3 | Lancaster Correctional Institute | 1,175 | 7 |
All ZIP Codes in Gilchrist County
1 ZIP code tracked in Gilchrist County.
| # | ZIP Code | City | Safety Score | Grade | Violations | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 32693 | Trenton | 80 | B | 7 | $182K |
Recommended Buyer Guides for Gilchrist 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 Sump Pumps — Flood is the top compound risk factor
- Best Mold Test Kits — Flood-driven moisture and mold risk
Overview
Gilchrist County in Florida covers 1 ZIP code with an average Home Safety Score of B (80/100).
1 of 1 ZIP code have recorded EPA violations. All violations are monitoring/reporting type.
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Data Sources
- Water quality: EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS)
- Home values: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (median estimates by ZCTA)
Updated daily.