Lee County, Georgia
3 ZIP codes · Avg score 81/100 · Grade B · Updated 2026-06-03
Homeowners across Lee County's 3 ZIP codes live with water safety scores that generally beat state and national averages.
How Lee County Compares
How Lee County Compares
Lee County scores 6 points above the Georgia state average (75/100) and 13 points above the national average (68/100).
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-03
Key Risk Factors
Health risk index: 14.1 (asthma 10.4%, diabetes 14%)
Estimated additional annual cost per homeowner: $1,103, driven primarily by flood
Infrastructure: 0.28% avg pipe failure probability
40.5% of homes built before 1978 (lead paint era)
Violation History (2024–2025)
→ Stable trendEPA violation counts by year across Lee County water systems. Health-based shown in red, total in blue.
Peak year: 2025 with 7 violations. Past 5 years: 10 total (10 health-based).
Source: EPA SDWIS historical violations. Data may lag 6–12 months for the most recent year.
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: $1,103
Bar widths proportional to share of total annual risk cost. Source: compound risk model (FEMA, EPA, USGS).
Housing Age Distribution
11,405 housing units in Lee 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 Lee County
Remediation costs are relatively manageable for most homeowners in Lee 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 Lee 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 Lee County ranked by EPA violation count.
| # | Water System | Population | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Smithville | 770 | 9 |
| 2 | Lee County Utilities Authority | 20,194 | 8 |
| 3 | Leesburg | 3,629 | 8 |
| 4 | Albany | 101,245 | 8 |
| 5 | Lee State Prison | 886 | 8 |
9 total water systems serve Lee County.
All ZIP Codes in Lee County
3 ZIP codes tracked in Lee County.
| # | ZIP Code | City | Safety Score | Grade | Violations | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 31787 | Smithville | 99 | A | 1 | $237K |
| 2 | 31763 | Leesburg | 78 | B | 8 (2 health) | $225K |
| 3 | 31739 | Cotton | 66 | C | 0 | — |
Recommended Buyer Guides for Lee 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
Overview
Lee County in Georgia covers 3 ZIP codes with an average Home Safety Score of B (81/100).
2 of 3 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.