Laurens County, Georgia
8 ZIP codes · Avg score 87/100 · Grade A · Updated 2026-07-19
ZipCheckup grade for Laurens: A.
No federal data flags a major home-safety concern for this ZIP.
Although county size varies, Laurens County's 8 ZIP codes share reliably safe tap water records and above-average compliance scores.
How Laurens County Compares
How Laurens County Compares
Laurens County scores 12 points above the Georgia state average (75/100) and 19 points above the national average (68/100).
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-07-19
ZIP Code Risk Map
Water Quality Map: Laurens 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: $676, driven primarily by flood
Infrastructure: 0.278% avg pipe failure probability
49.1% 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: $676
Bar widths proportional to share of total annual risk cost. Source: compound risk model (FEMA, EPA, USGS).
Housing Age Distribution
21,530 housing units in Laurens 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 Laurens County
Remediation costs are relatively manageable for most homeowners in Laurens 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 Laurens County residents
Black markers = national averages. Red = above national avg. Green = below. Source: CDC PLACES, Census ACS.
Water systems serving Laurens County
8 community water systems serving Laurens County.
- B
- A
- B
- B
- A
- B
14 total water systems serve Laurens County.
Systems with the most violations in Laurens County
3 water systems with recorded EPA violations.
- B
- A
- B
All ZIP Codes in Laurens County
8 ZIP codes tracked in Laurens County.
| # | ZIP Code | City | Safety Score | Grade | Violations | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 31009 | Cadwell | 99 | A | 0 | $91K |
| 2 | 31019 | Dexter | 99 | A | 1 | $107K |
| 3 | 31065 | Montrose | 99 | A | 0 | $232K |
| 4 | 31075 | Rentz | 99 | A | 0 | $89K |
| 5 | 31027 | East Dublin | 86 | A | 3 | $90K |
| 6 | 31022 | Dudley | 79 | B | 1 | $172K |
| 7 | 31040 | Dublin | 71 | B | 7 | — |
| 8 | 31021 | Dublin | 66 | C | 7 | $179K |
Recommended Buyer Guides for Laurens County
Editorial-only picks, screened against the EPA detections on file.
- 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 Laurens County, Georgia
Overview
Laurens County in Georgia covers 8 ZIP codes with an average Home Safety Score of A (87/100).
5 of 8 ZIP codes have recorded EPA violations. All violations are monitoring/reporting type.
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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.