Henry County, Georgia
8 ZIP codes · Avg score 70/100 · Grade B · Updated 2026-06-03
Tracking 8 ZIP codes in Henry County shows a water safety record well above the national median — violations are isolated exceptions, not recurring patterns.
How Henry County Compares
How Henry County Compares
Henry County scores 5 points below the Georgia state average (75/100) and 2 points above the national average (68/100).
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-03
ZIP Code Risk Map
Water Quality Map: Henry County, Georgia
Each dot represents a ZIP code. Color indicates water quality grade. Tap a dot for details.
Key Risk Factors
Health risk index: 13.4 (asthma 10.8%, diabetes 14.1%)
Estimated additional annual cost per homeowner: $780, driven primarily by flood
Infrastructure: 0.193% avg pipe failure probability
22.7% 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: $780
Bar widths proportional to share of total annual risk cost. Source: compound risk model (FEMA, EPA, USGS).
Housing Age Distribution
105,134 housing units in Henry 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 Henry County
Remediation costs are relatively manageable for most homeowners in Henry 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 Henry 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 Henry County ranked by EPA violation count.
| # | Water System | Population | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Henry County Water Authority | 176,038 | 15 |
| 2 | Hampton | 7,305 | 12 |
| 3 | CLAYTON COUNTY WATER AUTHORITY | 298,374 | 11 |
| 4 | Spalding County Water System | 40,430 | 10 |
| 5 | Locust Grove | 10,812 | 8 |
13 total water systems serve Henry County.
All ZIP Codes in Henry County
8 ZIP codes tracked in Henry County.
| # | ZIP Code | City | Safety Score | Grade | Violations | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 30248 | Locust Grove | 78 | B | 4 | $275K |
| 2 | 30281 | Stockbridge | 78 | B | 1 | $236K |
| 3 | 30228 | Hampton | 77 | B | 6 | $263K |
| 4 | 30252 | Mcdonough | 77 | B | 2 (1 health) | $327K |
| 5 | 30253 | Mcdonough | 77 | B | 2 (1 health) | $281K |
| 6 | 30273 | Rex | 63 | C | 0 | $185K |
| 7 | 30288 | Conley | 55 | C | 0 | $225K |
| 8 | 30250 | Lovejoy | 53 | D | 0 | — |
Recommended Buyer Guides for Henry County
Independent picks. EPA-grounded. Matched here.
- Best Sump Pumps — Flood is the top compound risk factor
- Best Mold Test Kits — Flood-driven moisture and mold risk
Deep Dive Reports
Detailed analysis for Henry County, Georgia
Overview
Henry County in Georgia covers 8 ZIP codes with an average Home Safety Score of B (70/100).
5 of 8 ZIP codes have recorded EPA violations. 2 health-based violations 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.