Suwannee County, Florida
7 ZIP codes · Avg score 75/100 · Grade B · Updated 2026-06-03
Water utilities serving Suwannee County's 7 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 Suwannee County Compares
How Suwannee County Compares
Suwannee County scores 2 points above the Florida state average (73/100) and 7 points above the national average (68/100).
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-03
ZIP Code Risk Map
Water Quality Map: Suwannee County, Florida
Each dot represents a ZIP code. Color indicates water quality grade. Tap a dot for details.
Key Risk Factors
Health risk index: 15.4 (asthma 10.2%, diabetes 14.7%)
Estimated additional annual cost per homeowner: $3,101, driven primarily by flood
Infrastructure: 0.247% avg pipe failure probability, 14% of ZIPs at high risk
39.3% 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: $3,101
Bar widths proportional to share of total annual risk cost. Source: compound risk model (FEMA, EPA, USGS).
Housing Age Distribution
22,269 housing units in Suwannee 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 Suwannee County
Remediation costs are relatively manageable for most homeowners in Suwannee 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 Suwannee County residents
Black markers = national averages. Red = above national avg. Green = below. Source: CDC PLACES, Census ACS.
Water Systems with Most Violations
Top 5 systems in Suwannee County ranked by EPA violation count.
| # | Water System | Population | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Live Oak Wtp | 6,850 | 58 |
| 2 | Advent Christian Village | 800 | 58 |
| 3 | Suwannee Correctional Institute | 3,950 | 58 |
| 4 | Wayne Frier's Mobile Home Park | 310 | 58 |
| 5 | Florida Sheriff's Boys Ranch | 100 | 58 |
9 total water systems serve Suwannee County.
All ZIP Codes in Suwannee County
7 ZIP codes tracked in Suwannee County.
| # | ZIP Code | City | Safety Score | Grade | Violations | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 32094 | Wellborn | 88 | A | 2 | $181K |
| 2 | 32060 | Live Oak | 81 | B | 29 (1 health) | $158K |
| 3 | 32064 | Live Oak | 81 | B | 29 (1 health) | $164K |
| 4 | 32008 | Branford | 74 | B | 4 | $168K |
| 5 | 32062 | Mc Alpin | 73 | B | 0 | $222K |
| 6 | 32071 | O Brien | 65 | C | 0 | $136K |
| 7 | 32619 | Bell | 60 | C | 0 | $178K |
Recommended Buyer Guides for Suwannee County
Four sources — EPA, NSF, FEMA, CDC — drive the match.
- Best Sump Pumps — Flood is the top compound risk factor
- Best Mold Test Kits — Flood-driven moisture and mold risk
Deep Dive Reports
Detailed analysis for Suwannee County, Florida
Overview
Suwannee County in Florida covers 7 ZIP codes with an average Home Safety Score of B (75/100).
4 of 7 ZIP codes have recorded EPA violations. 2 health-based violations have been documented.
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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.