Early County, Georgia
5 ZIP codes · Avg score 85/100 · Grade A · Updated 2026-06-03
Unlike many counties its size, Early County keeps violation rates low — all 5 ZIP codes score at or above the state average for tap water safety, with no systemic concerns flagged in the current data set.
How Early County Compares
How Early County Compares
Early County scores 10 points above the Georgia state average (75/100) and 17 points above the national average (68/100).
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-03
ZIP Code Risk Map
Water Quality Map: Early County, Georgia
Each dot represents a ZIP code. Color indicates water quality grade. Tap a dot for details.
Key Risk Factors
Health risk index: 16.6 (asthma 11.6%, diabetes 18.9%)
Estimated additional annual cost per homeowner: $1,914, driven primarily by sea_level
Infrastructure: 0.3% avg pipe failure probability
56.8% 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: $1,914
Bar widths proportional to share of total annual risk cost. Source: compound risk model (FEMA, EPA, USGS).
Housing Age Distribution
5,849 housing units in Early 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 Early County
Remediation costs are relatively manageable for most homeowners in Early 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 Early County residents
Black markers = national averages. Red = above national avg. Green = below. Source: CDC PLACES, Census ACS.
Water Systems with Most Violations
Top 5 systems in Early County ranked by EPA violation count.
| # | Water System | Population | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Blakely | 5,716 | 16 |
| 2 | Paradise Acres Subdivision | 192 | 16 |
| 3 | Riverside Acres Subdivision | 159 | 16 |
| 4 | Arlington | 1,220 | 9 |
| 5 | Edison | 1,382 | 9 |
7 total water systems serve Early County.
All ZIP Codes in Early County
5 ZIP codes tracked in Early County.
| # | ZIP Code | City | Safety Score | Grade | Violations | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 39813 | Arlington | 94 | A | 9 (1 health) | $114K |
| 2 | 39861 | Jakin | 90 | A | 0 | $159K |
| 3 | 39841 | Damascus | 88 | A | 0 | $81K |
| 4 | 39823 | Blakely | 86 | A | 16 | $137K |
| 5 | 39832 | Cedar Springs | 66 | C | 0 | — |
Recommended Buyer Guides for Early County
Filtered against EPA monitoring data and CDC lead-exposure guidance, the guides below skip the generic catalog and connect directly to the contaminants and hazards on file here.
- Best Lead Paint Test Kits — 56.8% of homes built before 1978
Deep Dive Reports
Detailed analysis for Early County, Georgia
Overview
Early County in Georgia covers 5 ZIP codes with an average Home Safety Score of A (85/100).
2 of 5 ZIP codes have recorded EPA violations. 1 health-based violation 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.