Long County, Georgia
1 ZIP code · Avg score 89/100 · Grade A · Updated 2026-06-03
Recent water monitoring in Long County shows 1 ZIP code with consistently safe results.
How Long County Compares
How Long County Compares
Long County scores 14 points above the Georgia state average (75/100) and 21 points above the national average (68/100).
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-03
Key Risk Factors
Health risk index: 13.1 (asthma 10.6%, diabetes 12.4%)
Estimated additional annual cost per homeowner: $3,870, driven primarily by sea_level
Infrastructure: 0.21% avg pipe failure probability
28% 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: $3,870
Bar widths proportional to share of total annual risk cost. Source: compound risk model (FEMA, EPA, USGS).
Housing Age Distribution
4,493 housing units in Long 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 Long County
Remediation costs are relatively manageable for most homeowners in Long 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 Long 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 Long County ranked by EPA violation count.
| # | Water System | Population | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ludowici Water System | 1,651 | 15 |
| 2 | Brookhaven Subdivision | 156 | 15 |
| 3 | Horse Creek Farms | 500 | 15 |
| 4 | Oakdale Mobile Home Park | 268 | 15 |
| 5 | Lanier Road Water System | 262 | 15 |
6 total water systems serve Long County.
All ZIP Codes in Long County
1 ZIP code tracked in Long County.
| # | ZIP Code | City | Safety Score | Grade | Violations | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 31316 | Ludowici | 89 | A | 15 (1 health) | $207K |
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Overview
Long County in Georgia covers 1 ZIP code with an average Home Safety Score of A (89/100).
1 of 1 ZIP code 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.