COUNTY REPORT FL

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

Suwannee County75/100
Florida avg73/100
National avg68/100

How Suwannee County Compares

B
County Grade
75/100
Avg Safety Score
7
ZIP Codes
9
Water Systems

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

B
County Grade
75
Avg Safety Score
7
ZIP Codes
Best ZIP: 32094 (88/100)
Lowest ZIP: 32619 (60/100)
$168K
Median Home Value
$1,829
Avg Remediation (109% of home value)

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.

A B C D F

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

Asthma 10.2% (national: 8.9%)
Diabetes 14.7% (national: 10.5%)
Obesity 37.8% (national: 32.4%)

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

Infrastructure Overview

1996
Median Build Year
39.3%
Pre-1978 Housing
25%
Pipe Failure Probability
14%
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: $3,101

Flood $1,629/yr
Sea Level Rise $1,143/yr
Energy Code Gap $309/yr

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

Pre-1940 4%
1940–1959 6%
1960–1979 21%
1980–1999 41%
2000+ 28%

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

$168K
Median Home Value
$1,829
Est. Remediation Cost
1.1%
of Home Value
Remediation as % of home value low burden

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

Asthma 10.2% (US avg: 8.9%)
Diabetes 14.7% (US avg: 11%)
Obesity 37.8% (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 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.

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is water safe in Suwannee County?
Suwannee County receives a grade of B, indicating generally safe tap water across its 7 ZIP codes.
How many water systems serve Suwannee County?
Suwannee County is served by 9 public water systems that supply drinking water to residents across 7 ZIP codes.
What is the biggest environmental risk in Suwannee County?
The primary environmental risk factor in Suwannee County is flood. This contributes to an estimated additional annual cost of $3,101 per homeowner.
How old are homes in Suwannee County?
The median home build year in Suwannee County is 1996. 39.3% of homes were built before 1978, which means they may contain lead-based paint and older plumbing materials.
How does Suwannee County compare to Florida?
Suwannee County has an average water safety score of 75/100, which is above the Florida state average of 73/100.

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