COUNTY REPORT GA

Clayton County, Georgia

9 ZIP codes · Avg score 63/100 · Grade C · Updated 2026-06-04

Water safety in Clayton County is uneven — some of its 9 ZIP codes meet standards cleanly while others carry documented violations.

How Clayton County Compares

Clayton County63/100
Georgia avg75/100
National avg68/100

How Clayton County Compares

C
County Grade
63/100
Avg Safety Score
9
ZIP Codes
11
Water Systems

Clayton County scores 12 points below the Georgia state average (75/100) and 5 points below the national average (68/100).

Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-04

C
County Grade
63
Avg Safety Score
9
ZIP Codes
Best ZIP: 30287 (83/100)
Lowest ZIP: 30274 (50/100)
$208K
Median Home Value
$1,813
Avg Remediation (87% of home value)

ZIP Code Risk Map

Water Quality Map: Clayton 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: 14.3 (asthma 11.4%, diabetes 16.2%)

Estimated additional annual cost per homeowner: $949, driven primarily by flood

Infrastructure: 0.257% avg pipe failure probability

County Health Indicators vs National Average

Asthma 11.4% (national: 8.9%)
Diabetes 16.2% (national: 10.5%)
Obesity 45.2% (national: 32.4%)

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

Infrastructure Overview

26%
Pipe Failure Probability
0%
ZIPs at High Infra Risk

Sources: Census ACS (housing age), EPA SDWIS (infrastructure risk model), state bridge inspection data.

Compound Risk Breakdown

Estimated additional annual cost per homeowner: $949

Flood $689/yr
Energy Code Gap $130/yr
Underground Tanks $80/yr

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

Water Safety Affordability

How much it costs to fix water issues relative to home values in Clayton County

$208K
Median Home Value
$1,813
Est. Remediation Cost
0.9%
of Home Value
Remediation as % of home value low burden

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

Asthma 11.4% (US avg: 8.9%)
Diabetes 16.2% (US avg: 11%)
Obesity 45.2% (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 Clayton County ranked by EPA violation count.

# Water System Population Violations
1 CLAYTON COUNTY WATER AUTHORITY 298,374 15
2 Henry County Water Authority 176,038 15
3 Poole`s Mobile Manor 255 15
4 DEKALB COUNTY 743,000 15
5 Little Mountain S/d, No. 1 Hoa 61 15

11 total water systems serve Clayton County.

All ZIP Codes in Clayton County

9 ZIP codes tracked in Clayton County.

# ZIP Code City Safety Score Grade Violations Home Value
1 30287 Morrow 83 B 0
2 30260 Morrow 78 B 0 $190K
3 30386 Atlanta 77 B 4
4 30294 Ellenwood 64 C 15 $233K
5 30236 Jonesboro 55 C 0 $220K
6 30238 Jonesboro 55 C 0 $208K
7 30237 Jonesboro 53 D 0
8 30298 Forest Park 53 D 0
9 30274 Riverdale 50 D 0 $157K

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Overview

Clayton County in Georgia covers 9 ZIP codes with an average Home Safety Score of C (63/100).

2 of 9 ZIP codes have recorded EPA violations. All violations are monitoring/reporting type.

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Data Sources

Updated daily.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is water safe in Clayton County?
Clayton County receives a grade of C. Some ZIP codes have recorded violations and residents in affected areas may want to test their water.
How many water systems serve Clayton County?
Clayton County is served by 11 public water systems that supply drinking water to residents across 9 ZIP codes.
What is the biggest environmental risk in Clayton County?
The primary environmental risk factor in Clayton County is flood. This contributes to an estimated additional annual cost of $949 per homeowner.
How does Clayton County compare to Georgia?
Clayton County has an average water safety score of 63/100, which is below the Georgia state average of 75/100.

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