Candler County, Georgia
2 ZIP codes · Avg score 95/100 · Grade A · Updated 2026-07-16
ZipCheckup grade for Candler: A.
No federal data flags a major home-safety concern for this ZIP.
Compared to state averages, Candler County scores well - its 2 ZIP codes sit above the baseline for tap water quality.
How Candler County Compares
How Candler County Compares
Candler County scores 20 points above the Georgia state average (75/100) and 27 points above the national average (68/100).
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-07-16
Key Risk Factors
Health risk index: 15.8 (asthma 10.8%, diabetes 16.5%)
Estimated additional annual cost per homeowner: $3,720, driven primarily by sea_level
Infrastructure: 0.31% avg pipe failure probability
52.5% 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: $3,720
Bar widths proportional to share of total annual risk cost. Source: compound risk model (FEMA, EPA, USGS).
Housing Age Distribution
4,403 housing units in Candler 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 Candler County
Remediation costs are relatively manageable for most homeowners in Candler 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 Candler County residents
Black markers = national averages. Red = above national avg. Green = below. Source: CDC PLACES, Census ACS.
Water systems serving Candler County
4 community water systems serving Candler County.
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Systems with the most violations in Candler County
2 water systems with recorded EPA violations.
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All ZIP Codes in Candler County
2 ZIP codes tracked in Candler County.
| # | ZIP Code | City | Safety Score | Grade | Violations | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 30451 | Pulaski | 99 | A | 1 | — |
| 2 | 30439 | Metter | 91 | A | 3 | $131K |
Recommended Buyer Guides for Candler County
Four sources - EPA, NSF, FEMA, CDC - drive the match.
- Best Lead Paint Test Kits — 52.5% of homes built before 1978
Overview
Candler County in Georgia covers 2 ZIP codes with an average Home Safety Score of A (95/100).
2 of 2 ZIP codes have recorded EPA violations. All violations are monitoring/reporting type.
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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.