COUNTY REPORT GA

Chatham County, Georgia

24 ZIP codes · Avg score 81/100 · Grade B · Updated 2026-06-03

Within Chatham County's 24 tracked ZIP codes, safety indicators remain above the national average with few health-based violations on record.

How Chatham County Compares

Chatham County81/100
Georgia avg75/100
National avg68/100

How Chatham County Compares

B
County Grade
81/100
Avg Safety Score
24
ZIP Codes
24
Water Systems

Chatham County scores 6 points above the Georgia state average (75/100) and 13 points above the national average (68/100).

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

B
County Grade
81
Avg Safety Score
24
ZIP Codes
Best ZIP: 31099 (95/100)
Lowest ZIP: 31406 (67/100)
$250K
Median Home Value
$1,505
Avg Remediation (60% of home value)

ZIP Code Risk Map

Water Quality Map: Chatham County, Georgia

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: 12.7 (asthma 10.2%, diabetes 13%)

Estimated additional annual cost per homeowner: $4,841, driven primarily by sea_level

Infrastructure: 0.281% avg pipe failure probability, 13% of ZIPs at high risk

47.8% of homes built before 1978 (lead paint era)

County Health Indicators vs National Average

Asthma 10.2% (national: 8.9%)
Diabetes 13% (national: 10.5%)
Obesity 33% (national: 32.4%)

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

Infrastructure Overview

1984
Median Build Year
47.8%
Pre-1978 Housing
28%
Pipe Failure Probability
13%
ZIPs at High Infra Risk
Low
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: $4,841

Sea Level Rise $2,875/yr
Flood $1,367/yr
Wildfire $288/yr

Bar widths proportional to share of total annual risk cost. Source: compound risk model (FEMA, EPA, USGS).

Housing Age Distribution

136,041 housing units in Chatham County

Pre-1940 9%
1940–1959 15%
1960–1979 20%
1980–1999 26%
2000+ 30%

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 Chatham County

$250K
Median Home Value
$1,505
Est. Remediation Cost
0.6%
of Home Value
Remediation as % of home value low burden

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

Asthma 10.2% (US avg: 8.9%)
Diabetes 13% (US avg: 11%)
Obesity 33% (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 Chatham County ranked by EPA violation count.

# Water System Population Violations
1 Savannah-main 168,958 219
2 Larchmont Estates Subdivision 11,799 219
3 Georgia Southern University 20,357 209
4 The Landings Subdivision 11,058 209
5 Big Canoe Subdivision 6,396 209

24 total water systems serve Chatham County.

All ZIP Codes in Chatham County

24 ZIP codes tracked in Chatham County.

# ZIP Code City Safety Score Grade Violations Home Value
1 31099 Warner Robins 95 A 0
2 31403 Savannah 91 A 11
3 31409 Savannah 91 A 11
4 31416 Savannah 91 A 11
5 31418 Savannah 91 A 11
6 31420 Savannah 91 A 11
7 31412 Savannah 87 A 11
8 31414 Savannah 87 A 11
9 31421 Savannah 87 A 11
10 31322 Pooler 84 B 10 (1 health) $284K
11 31302 Bloomingdale 83 B 4 $199K
12 31402 Savannah 82 B 11
13 31328 Tybee Island 80 B 1 $615K
14 31401 Savannah 77 B 11 $478K
15 31407 Savannah 77 B 11 $223K
16 31408 Savannah 77 B 11 $161K
17 31309 Fleming 73 B 0 $84K
18 31404 Savannah 72 B 11 $193K
19 31405 Savannah 72 B 11 $305K
20 31410 Savannah 72 B 11 $368K
21 31411 Savannah 72 B 11 $765K
22 31415 Savannah 72 B 11 $112K
23 31419 Savannah 72 B 11 $240K
24 31406 Savannah 67 C 11 $261K

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Overview

Chatham County in Georgia covers 24 ZIP codes with an average Home Safety Score of B (81/100).

22 of 24 ZIP codes have recorded EPA violations. 1 health-based violation have been documented.

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Data Sources

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is water safe in Chatham County?
Chatham County receives a grade of B, indicating generally safe tap water across its 24 ZIP codes.
How many water systems serve Chatham County?
Chatham County is served by 24 public water systems that supply drinking water to residents across 24 ZIP codes.
What is the biggest environmental risk in Chatham County?
The primary environmental risk factor in Chatham County is sea_level. This contributes to an estimated additional annual cost of $4,841 per homeowner.
How old are homes in Chatham County?
The median home build year in Chatham County is 1984. 47.8% of homes were built before 1978, which means they may contain lead-based paint and older plumbing materials.
How does Chatham County compare to Georgia?
Chatham County has an average water safety score of 81/100, which is above the Georgia state average of 75/100.

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