Rabun County, Georgia
9 ZIP codes · Avg score 68/100 · Grade C · Updated 2026-06-03
While Rabun County avoids the worst tiers, a portion of its 9 ZIP codes have logged violations.
How Rabun County Compares
How Rabun County Compares
Rabun County scores 7 points below the Georgia state average (75/100) and 0 points above the national average (68/100).
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-03
ZIP Code Risk Map
Water Quality Map: Rabun County, Georgia
Each dot represents a ZIP code. Color indicates water quality grade. Tap a dot for details.
Key Risk Factors
Health risk index: 15 (asthma 9.7%, diabetes 15.2%)
Estimated additional annual cost per homeowner: $809, driven primarily by wildfire
Infrastructure: 0.283% avg pipe failure probability
44.6% of homes built before 1978 (lead paint era)
Violation History (2021–2025)
↑ Worsening trendEPA violation counts by year across Rabun County water systems. Health-based shown in red, total in blue.
Peak year: 2024 with 4 violations. Past 5 years: 12 total (12 health-based). Health-based violations are rising versus the prior 2-year window — worth closer monitoring.
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: $809
Bar widths proportional to share of total annual risk cost. Source: compound risk model (FEMA, EPA, USGS).
Housing Age Distribution
11,590 housing units in Rabun 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 Rabun County
Remediation costs are relatively manageable for most homeowners in Rabun 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 Rabun 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 Rabun County ranked by EPA violation count.
| # | Water System | Population | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Sky Valley | 1,820 | 23 |
| 2 | Kingwood Water System | 575 | 17 |
| 3 | Rabun County Water & Sewer Authority | 10,276 | 17 |
| 4 | Sylvan Lake Falls | 615 | 15 |
| 5 | Life Teen Covecrest Camp | 332 | 14 |
12 total water systems serve Rabun County.
All ZIP Codes in Rabun County
9 ZIP codes tracked in Rabun County.
| # | ZIP Code | City | Safety Score | Grade | Violations | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 30568 | Rabun Gap | 81 | B | 15 (1 health) | $272K |
| 2 | 30576 | Tiger | 81 | B | 1 | $289K |
| 3 | 30537 | Dillard | 79 | B | 5 | $293K |
| 4 | 30525 | Clayton | 75 | B | 3 | $267K |
| 5 | 30573 | Tallulah Falls | 72 | B | 0 | — |
| 6 | 30562 | Mountain City | 63 | C | 0 | $165K |
| 7 | 30552 | Lakemont | 58 | C | 13 (10 health) | $283K |
| 8 | 30580 | Turnerville | 53 | D | 0 | — |
| 9 | 30581 | Wiley | 53 | D | 0 | — |
Recommended Buyer Guides for Rabun County
Below: editorial picks, no sponsored placements.
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- Best HEPA Air Purifiers for Wildfire Smoke — Wildfire is the top compound risk factor
Deep Dive Reports
Detailed analysis for Rabun County, Georgia
Overview
Rabun County in Georgia covers 9 ZIP codes with an average Home Safety Score of C (68/100).
5 of 9 ZIP codes have recorded EPA violations. 11 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.