Newton County, Georgia
5 ZIP codes · Avg score 65/100 · Grade C · Updated 2026-07-19
ZipCheckup grade for Newton: C.
A mixed picture - some signals here are worth your attention.
Based on current EPA data, Newton County's 5 ZIP codes reflect fair but mixed water safety.
How Newton County Compares
How Newton County Compares
Newton County scores 10 points below the Georgia state average (75/100) and 3 points below the national average (68/100).
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-07-19
ZIP Code Risk Map
Water Quality Map: Newton County, Georgia
Each dot represents a ZIP code. Color indicates water quality grade. Tap a dot for details.
Key Risk Factors
Health risk index: 13.9 (asthma 11%, diabetes 14.4%)
Estimated additional annual cost per homeowner: $924, driven primarily by flood
Infrastructure: 0.366% avg pipe failure probability
48.3% 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: $924
Bar widths proportional to share of total annual risk cost. Source: compound risk model (FEMA, EPA, USGS).
Housing Age Distribution
46,242 housing units in Newton 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 Newton County
Remediation costs are relatively manageable for most homeowners in Newton 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 Newton County residents
Black markers = national averages. Red = above national avg. Green = below. Source: CDC PLACES, Census ACS.
Water systems serving Newton County
8 community water systems serving Newton County.
- B
- C
- C
- B
- C
- C
Show all 8 water systems
- B
- B
14 total water systems serve Newton County.
Systems with the most violations in Newton County
2 water systems with recorded EPA violations.
- C
- C
All ZIP Codes in Newton County
5 ZIP codes tracked in Newton County.
| # | ZIP Code | City | Safety Score | Grade | Violations | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 30233 | Jackson | 73 | B | 0 | $231K |
| 2 | 30015 | Covington | 67 | C | 10 (2 health) | — |
| 3 | 30014 | Covington | 62 | C | 10 (2 health) | $254K |
| 4 | 30016 | Covington | 62 | C | 10 (2 health) | $219K |
| 5 | 30070 | Porterdale | 62 | C | 8 (2 health) | $166K |
Recommended Buyer Guides for Newton County
Retailer arrangements don't shape what appears here - the selection logic is independent, filtered against EPA detections and the federal hazard data on file for this county.
- Best Under-Sink Reverse Osmosis Systems — Multi-contaminant removal at the kitchen tap
- 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 Newton County, Georgia
Overview
Newton County in Georgia covers 5 ZIP codes with an average Home Safety Score of C (65/100).
4 of 5 ZIP codes have recorded EPA violations. 8 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.