COUNTY REPORT FL

Hamilton County, Florida

4 ZIP codes · Avg score 83/100 · Grade B · Updated 2026-06-03

Water utilities serving Hamilton County's 4 ZIP codes have built a consistent compliance record — the county's above-average grade reflects years of data showing low violation rates and no systemic health concerns.

How Hamilton County Compares

Hamilton County83/100
Florida avg73/100
National avg68/100

How Hamilton County Compares

B
County Grade
83/100
Avg Safety Score
4
ZIP Codes
10
Water Systems

Hamilton County scores 10 points above the Florida state average (73/100) and 15 points above the national average (68/100).

Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-03

B
County Grade
83
Avg Safety Score
4
ZIP Codes
Best ZIP: 32050 (92/100)
Lowest ZIP: 32053 (69/100)
$112K
Median Home Value
$1,350
Avg Remediation (121% of home value)

Key Risk Factors

Health risk index: 16.9 (asthma 10.9%, diabetes 17.6%)

Estimated additional annual cost per homeowner: $4,140, driven primarily by sea_level

Infrastructure: 0.235% avg pipe failure probability

39% of homes built before 1978 (lead paint era)

County Health Indicators vs National Average

Asthma 10.9% (national: 8.9%)
Diabetes 17.6% (national: 10.5%)
Obesity 41.5% (national: 32.4%)

Black markers indicate national averages. Source: CDC PLACES, Census ACS.

Infrastructure Overview

1996
Median Build Year
39%
Pre-1978 Housing
24%
Pipe Failure Probability
0%
ZIPs at High Infra Risk
Moderate
Lead Pipe Risk

Sources: Census ACS (housing age), EPA SDWIS (infrastructure risk model), state bridge inspection data.

Compound Risk Breakdown

Estimated additional annual cost per homeowner: $4,140

Sea Level Rise $3,000/yr
Flood $900/yr
Energy Code Gap $203/yr

Bar widths proportional to share of total annual risk cost. Source: compound risk model (FEMA, EPA, USGS).

Housing Age Distribution

6,123 housing units in Hamilton County

Pre-1940 5%
1940–1959 8%
1960–1979 17%
1980–1999 44%
2000+ 26%

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 Hamilton County

$112K
Median Home Value
$1,350
Est. Remediation Cost
1.2%
of Home Value
Remediation as % of home value low burden

Remediation costs are relatively manageable for most homeowners in Hamilton 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 Hamilton County residents

Asthma 10.9% (US avg: 8.9%)
Diabetes 17.6% (US avg: 11%)
Obesity 41.5% (US avg: 32.4%)

Black markers = national averages. Red = above national avg. Green = below. Source: CDC PLACES, Census ACS.

Water Systems with Most Violations

Top 5 systems in Hamilton County ranked by EPA violation count.

# Water System Population Violations
1 Town of Jennings Wtp 900 23
2 Town of White Springs Wtp 819 7
3 Orange Park Grid 127,904 4
4 Pace Fleming Grid 30,211 4
5 Lake Asbury Grid 27,001 4

10 total water systems serve Hamilton County.

All ZIP Codes in Hamilton County

4 ZIP codes tracked in Hamilton County.

# ZIP Code City Safety Score Grade Violations Home Value
1 32050 Middleburg 92 A 4
2 32096 White Springs 89 A 3 $112K
3 32052 Jasper 83 B 4 $110K
4 32053 Jennings 69 C 23 $122K

Recommended Buyer Guides for Hamilton County

Strictly editorial — no paid placements influence which guides appear; the selection draws on NSF certifications and EPA detection records for water systems serving this county.

Overview

Hamilton County in Florida covers 4 ZIP codes with an average Home Safety Score of B (83/100).

4 of 4 ZIP codes have recorded EPA violations. All violations are monitoring/reporting type.

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Data Sources

Updated daily.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is water safe in Hamilton County?
Hamilton County receives a grade of B, indicating generally safe tap water across its 4 ZIP codes.
How many water systems serve Hamilton County?
Hamilton County is served by 10 public water systems that supply drinking water to residents across 4 ZIP codes.
What is the biggest environmental risk in Hamilton County?
The primary environmental risk factor in Hamilton County is sea_level. This contributes to an estimated additional annual cost of $4,140 per homeowner.
How old are homes in Hamilton County?
The median home build year in Hamilton County is 1996. 39% of homes were built before 1978, which means they may contain lead-based paint and older plumbing materials.
How does Hamilton County compare to Florida?
Hamilton County has an average water safety score of 83/100, which is above the Florida state average of 73/100.

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