Atkinson County, Georgia
3 ZIP codes · Avg score 66/100 · Grade C · Updated 2026-07-19
ZipCheckup grade for Atkinson: C.
A mixed picture - some signals here are worth your attention.
Recent monitoring in Atkinson County's 3 ZIP codes shows middle-tier safety - some systems are clean; others have logged EPA violations.
How Atkinson County Compares
How Atkinson County Compares
Atkinson County scores 9 points below the Georgia state average (75/100) and 2 points below the national average (68/100).
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-07-19
Key Risk Factors
Health risk index: 16.5 (asthma 10.8%, diabetes 18%)
Estimated additional annual cost per homeowner: $683, driven primarily by sea_level
Infrastructure: 0.38% avg pipe failure probability, 33% of ZIPs at high risk
46% of homes built before 1978 (lead paint era)
Violation History (2024–2025)
→ Stable trendEPA violation counts by year across Atkinson County water systems. Health-based shown in red, total in blue.
Peak year: 2025 with 10 violations. Past 5 years: 16 total (16 health-based).
Source: EPA SDWIS historical violations. Data may lag 6–12 months for the most recent year.
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: $683
Bar widths proportional to share of total annual risk cost. Source: compound risk model (FEMA, EPA, USGS).
Housing Age Distribution
3,948 housing units in Atkinson 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 Atkinson County
Remediation costs represent a significant burden for homeowners in Atkinson County. Lower-income households may face difficult choices between water safety investments and other expenses.
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 Atkinson County residents
Black markers = national averages. Red = above national avg. Green = below. Source: CDC PLACES, Census ACS.
Water systems serving Atkinson County
6 community water systems serving Atkinson County.
- C
- A
- A
- D
- D
- A
Systems with the most violations in Atkinson County
2 water systems with recorded EPA violations.
- A
- D
All ZIP Codes in Atkinson County
3 ZIP codes tracked in Atkinson County.
| # | ZIP Code | City | Safety Score | Grade | Violations | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 31642 | Pearson | 85 | A | 11 | $80K |
| 2 | 31624 | Axson | 66 | C | 0 | $89K |
| 3 | 31650 | Willacoochee | 46 | D | 11 (6 health) | $60K |
Recommended Buyer Guides for Atkinson County
Filtered against federal data, fitted to local risks.
- Best Water Filters for Lead — Lead above EPA action level in 1 ZIP code
- Best Under-Sink Reverse Osmosis Systems — Multi-contaminant removal at the kitchen tap
Overview
Atkinson County in Georgia covers 3 ZIP codes with an average Home Safety Score of C (66/100).
2 of 3 ZIP codes have recorded EPA violations. 6 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.