Richmond County, Georgia
15 ZIP codes · Avg score 73/100 · Grade B · Updated 2026-06-03
Compared to state averages, Richmond County scores well — its 15 ZIP codes sit above the baseline for tap water quality.
How Richmond County Compares
How Richmond County Compares
Richmond County scores 2 points below the Georgia state average (75/100) and 5 points above the national average (68/100).
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-03
ZIP Code Risk Map
Water Quality Map: Richmond County, Georgia
Each dot represents a ZIP code. Color indicates water quality grade. Tap a dot for details.
Key Risk Factors
Health risk index: 14.3 (asthma 11.5%, diabetes 16.7%)
Estimated additional annual cost per homeowner: $955, driven primarily by flood
Infrastructure: 0.288% avg pipe failure probability, 13% of ZIPs at high risk
Violation History (2021–2025)
→ Stable trendEPA violation counts by year across Richmond County water systems. Health-based shown in red, total in blue.
Peak year: 2021 with 2 violations. Past 5 years: 6 total (6 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: $955
Bar widths proportional to share of total annual risk cost. Source: compound risk model (FEMA, EPA, USGS).
Water Safety Affordability
How much it costs to fix water issues relative to home values in Richmond County
Remediation costs are relatively manageable for most homeowners in Richmond 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 Richmond 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 Richmond County ranked by EPA violation count.
| # | Water System | Population | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | AUGUSTA-RICHMOND CO WS | 204,000 | 225 |
| 2 | Pineneedle Community Living | 150 | 195 |
| 3 | Mobile City Mobile Home Park | 87 | 195 |
| 4 | Hephzibah | 6,941 | 61 |
| 5 | Blythe | 1,482 | 31 |
10 total water systems serve Richmond County.
All ZIP Codes in Richmond County
15 ZIP codes tracked in Richmond County.
| # | ZIP Code | City | Safety Score | Grade | Violations | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 30903 | Augusta | 76 | B | 15 | — |
| 2 | 30905 | Augusta | 76 | B | 15 | — |
| 3 | 30911 | Augusta | 76 | B | 15 | — |
| 4 | 30912 | Augusta | 76 | B | 15 | — |
| 5 | 30913 | Augusta | 76 | B | 15 | — |
| 6 | 30914 | Augusta | 76 | B | 15 | — |
| 7 | 30916 | Augusta | 76 | B | 15 | — |
| 8 | 30919 | Augusta | 76 | B | 15 | — |
| 9 | 30999 | Augusta | 76 | B | 15 | — |
| 10 | 30815 | Hephzibah | 75 | B | 30 (3 health) | $168K |
| 11 | 30805 | Blythe | 72 | B | 1 | $130K |
| 12 | 30901 | Augusta | 71 | B | 15 | $92K |
| 13 | 30904 | Augusta | 66 | C | 15 | $185K |
| 14 | 30906 | Augusta | 66 | C | 15 | $115K |
| 15 | 30909 | Augusta | 61 | C | 15 | $238K |
Recommended Buyer Guides for Richmond County
Methodologically, the recommendation order reflects severity in the federal record: contaminants flagged in EPA detection records for this county outrank generic water concerns, FEMA-confirmed hazard ratings shift emergency-related categories upward, and CDC lead-exposure markers govern when lead-test kits and certified filters appear at the top of the list.
- 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 Richmond County, Georgia
Overview
Richmond County in Georgia covers 15 ZIP codes with an average Home Safety Score of B (73/100).
15 of 15 ZIP codes have recorded EPA violations. 3 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.