Emanuel County, Georgia
7 ZIP codes · Avg score 88/100 · Grade A · Updated 2026-06-04
Compared to state averages, Emanuel County scores well — its 7 ZIP codes sit above the baseline for tap water quality.
How Emanuel County Compares
How Emanuel County Compares
Emanuel County scores 13 points above the Georgia state average (75/100) and 20 points above the national average (68/100).
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-04
ZIP Code Risk Map
Water Quality Map: Emanuel 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 (asthma 11.1%, diabetes 16.4%)
Estimated additional annual cost per homeowner: $2,999, driven primarily by sea_level
Infrastructure: 0.333% avg pipe failure probability, 17% of ZIPs at high risk
59.2% 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: $2,999
Bar widths proportional to share of total annual risk cost. Source: compound risk model (FEMA, EPA, USGS).
Housing Age Distribution
8,712 housing units in Emanuel 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 Emanuel County
Remediation costs are relatively manageable for most homeowners in Emanuel 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 Emanuel 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 Emanuel County ranked by EPA violation count.
| # | Water System | Population | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Twin City | 2,817 | 40 |
| 2 | Swainsboro | 9,536 | 38 |
| 3 | Ogburn Subdivision | 138 | 38 |
| 4 | Summertown | 210 | 38 |
| 5 | Stillmore | 810 | 16 |
11 total water systems serve Emanuel County.
All ZIP Codes in Emanuel County
7 ZIP codes tracked in Emanuel County.
| # | ZIP Code | City | Safety Score | Grade | Violations | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 30425 | Garfield | 98 | A | 2 | $116K |
| 2 | 30448 | Nunez | 96 | A | 7 | $38K |
| 3 | 31002 | Adrian | 95 | A | 5 | $113K |
| 4 | 30441 | Midville | 93 | A | 1 | $74K |
| 5 | 30464 | Stillmore | 87 | A | 16 (1 health) | — |
| 6 | 30401 | Swainsboro | 81 | B | 38 | $86K |
| 7 | 30447 | Norristown | 66 | C | 0 | — |
Recommended Buyer Guides for Emanuel County
Filtered against federal data, fitted to local risks.
- Best Lead Paint Test Kits — 59.2% of homes built before 1978
Deep Dive Reports
Detailed analysis for Emanuel County, Georgia
Overview
Emanuel County in Georgia covers 7 ZIP codes with an average Home Safety Score of A (88/100).
6 of 7 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)
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