COUNTY REPORT GA

Miller County, Georgia

1 ZIP code · Avg score 92/100 · Grade A · Updated 2026-06-03

Although county size varies, Miller County's 1 ZIP code share reliably safe tap water records and above-average compliance scores.

How Miller County Compares

Miller County92/100
Georgia avg75/100
National avg68/100

How Miller County Compares

A
County Grade
92/100
Avg Safety Score
1
ZIP Codes
3
Water Systems

Miller County scores 17 points above the Georgia state average (75/100) and 24 points above the national average (68/100).

Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-03

A
County Grade
92
Avg Safety Score
1
ZIP Codes
Only ZIP: 39837
$119K
Median Home Value
$1,200
Avg Remediation (101% of home value)

Key Risk Factors

Health risk index: 16.7 (asthma 11%, diabetes 17.8%)

Estimated additional annual cost per homeowner: $2,520, driven primarily by sea_level

Infrastructure: 0.33% avg pipe failure probability

57% of homes built before 1978 (lead paint era)

County Health Indicators vs National Average

Asthma 11% (national: 8.9%)
Diabetes 17.8% (national: 10.5%)
Obesity 41.8% (national: 32.4%)

Black markers indicate national averages. Source: CDC PLACES, Census ACS.

Infrastructure Overview

1988
Median Build Year
57%
Pre-1978 Housing
33%
Pipe Failure Probability
0%
ZIPs at High Infra Risk
Low
Lead Pipe Risk

Sources: Census ACS (housing age), EPA SDWIS (infrastructure risk model), state bridge inspection data.

Compound Risk Breakdown

Estimated additional annual cost per homeowner: $2,520

Sea Level Rise $1,500/yr
Flood $600/yr
Energy Code Gap $270/yr

Bar widths proportional to share of total annual risk cost. Source: compound risk model (FEMA, EPA, USGS).

Housing Age Distribution

2,945 housing units in Miller County

Pre-1940 5%
1940–1959 15%
1960–1979 29%
1980–1999 29%
2000+ 23%

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 Miller County

$119K
Median Home Value
$1,200
Est. Remediation Cost
1.0%
of Home Value
Remediation as % of home value low burden

Remediation costs are relatively manageable for most homeowners in Miller 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 Miller County residents

Asthma 11% (US avg: 8.9%)
Diabetes 17.8% (US avg: 11%)
Obesity 41.8% (US avg: 32.4%)

Black markers = national averages. Red = above national avg. Green = below. Source: CDC PLACES, Census ACS.

Water Systems with Most Violations

Top 3 systems in Miller County ranked by EPA violation count.

# Water System Population Violations
1 Colquitt 1,998 4
2 Blakely 5,716 4
3 Wright`s Trailer Park 51 4

All ZIP Codes in Miller County

1 ZIP code tracked in Miller County.

# ZIP Code City Safety Score Grade Violations Home Value
1 39837 Colquitt 92 A 4 $119K

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Overview

Miller County in Georgia covers 1 ZIP code with an average Home Safety Score of A (92/100).

1 of 1 ZIP code have recorded EPA violations. All violations are monitoring/reporting type.

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Data Sources

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is water safe in Miller County?
Miller County receives a grade of A, indicating generally safe tap water across its 1 ZIP codes.
How many water systems serve Miller County?
Miller County is served by 3 public water systems that supply drinking water to residents across 1 ZIP codes.
What is the biggest environmental risk in Miller County?
The primary environmental risk factor in Miller County is sea_level. This contributes to an estimated additional annual cost of $2,520 per homeowner.
How old are homes in Miller County?
The median home build year in Miller County is 1988. 57% of homes were built before 1978, which means they may contain lead-based paint and older plumbing materials.
How does Miller County compare to Georgia?
Miller County has an average water safety score of 92/100, which is above the Georgia state average of 75/100.

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