COUNTY REPORT FL

Union County, Florida

4 ZIP codes · Avg score 73/100 · Grade B · Updated 2026-06-03

In current tracking cycles, Union County — spanning 4 ZIP codes — records above-average water quality outcomes; the county's compliance history over recent years shows few departures from federal standards.

How Union County Compares

Union County73/100
Florida avg73/100
National avg68/100

How Union County Compares

B
County Grade
73/100
Avg Safety Score
4
ZIP Codes
3
Water Systems

Union County scores 0 points above the Florida state average (73/100) and 5 points above the national average (68/100).

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

B
County Grade
73
Avg Safety Score
4
ZIP Codes
Best ZIP: 32026 (83/100)
Lowest ZIP: 32697 (63/100)
$156K
Median Home Value
$1,900
Avg Remediation (122% of home value)

Key Risk Factors

Health risk index: 15.6 (asthma 10.3%, diabetes 14.5%)

Estimated additional annual cost per homeowner: $3,640, driven primarily by sea_level

Infrastructure: 0.247% avg pipe failure probability

43.7% of homes built before 1978 (lead paint era)

County Health Indicators vs National Average

Asthma 10.3% (national: 8.9%)
Diabetes 14.5% (national: 10.5%)
Obesity 41.6% (national: 32.4%)

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

Infrastructure Overview

1985
Median Build Year
43.7%
Pre-1978 Housing
25%
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: $3,640

Sea Level Rise $3,000/yr
Flood $400/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

4,874 housing units in Union County

Pre-1940 5%
1940–1959 4%
1960–1979 21%
1980–1999 42%
2000+ 29%

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 Union County

$156K
Median Home Value
$1,900
Est. Remediation Cost
1.2%
of Home Value
Remediation as % of home value low burden

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

Asthma 10.3% (US avg: 8.9%)
Diabetes 14.5% (US avg: 11%)
Obesity 41.6% (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 3 systems in Union County ranked by EPA violation count.

# Water System Population Violations
1 Florida State Prison 5,980 16
2 Lake Butler Wtp 1,875 16
3 Reception and Medical Center 3,000 16

All ZIP Codes in Union County

4 ZIP codes tracked in Union County.

# ZIP Code City Safety Score Grade Violations Home Value
1 32026 Raiford 83 B 0
2 32083 Raiford 83 B 0 $117K
3 32054 Lake Butler 64 C 16 $167K
4 32697 Worthington Springs 63 C 0 $156K

Recommended Buyer Guides for Union 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.

Overview

Union County in Florida covers 4 ZIP codes with an average Home Safety Score of B (73/100).

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

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Data Sources

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is water safe in Union County?
Union County receives a grade of B, indicating generally safe tap water across its 4 ZIP codes.
How many water systems serve Union County?
Union County is served by 3 public water systems that supply drinking water to residents across 4 ZIP codes.
What is the biggest environmental risk in Union County?
The primary environmental risk factor in Union County is sea_level. This contributes to an estimated additional annual cost of $3,640 per homeowner.
How old are homes in Union County?
The median home build year in Union County is 1985. 43.7% of homes were built before 1978, which means they may contain lead-based paint and older plumbing materials.
How does Union County compare to Florida?
Union County has an average water safety score of 73/100, which is above the Florida state average of 73/100.

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