COUNTY REPORT GA

Schley County, Georgia

1 ZIP code · Avg score 96/100 · Grade A · Updated 2026-06-03

In current tracking cycles, Schley County — spanning 1 ZIP code — records above-average water quality outcomes; the county's compliance history over recent years shows few departures from federal standards.

How Schley County Compares

Schley County96/100
Georgia avg75/100
National avg68/100

How Schley County Compares

A
County Grade
96/100
Avg Safety Score
1
ZIP Codes
2
Water Systems

Schley County scores 21 points above the Georgia state average (75/100) and 28 points above the national average (68/100).

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

A
County Grade
96
Avg Safety Score
1
ZIP Codes
Only ZIP: 31806
$154K
Median Home Value

Key Risk Factors

Health risk index: 14.7 (asthma 10.5%, diabetes 15.1%)

Estimated additional annual cost per homeowner: $270, driven primarily by energy_code_gap

Infrastructure: 0.23% avg pipe failure probability

39% of homes built before 1978 (lead paint era)

County Health Indicators vs National Average

Asthma 10.5% (national: 8.9%)
Diabetes 15.1% (national: 10.5%)
Obesity 37.4% (national: 32.4%)

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

Infrastructure Overview

1996
Median Build Year
39%
Pre-1978 Housing
23%
Pipe Failure Probability
0%
ZIPs at High Infra Risk
Moderate
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: $270

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

1,894 housing units in Schley County

Pre-1940 6%
1940–1959 5%
1960–1979 22%
1980–1999 32%
2000+ 35%

Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS B25034 (Year Structure Built).

Health Outcomes vs National Average

CDC PLACES data for Schley County residents

Asthma 10.5% (US avg: 8.9%)
Diabetes 15.1% (US avg: 11%)
Obesity 37.4% (US avg: 32.4%)

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

All ZIP Codes in Schley County

1 ZIP code tracked in Schley County.

# ZIP Code City Safety Score Grade Violations Home Value
1 31806 Ellaville 96 A 3 $154K

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Overview

Schley County in Georgia covers 1 ZIP code with an average Home Safety Score of A (96/100).

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is water safe in Schley County?
Schley County receives a grade of A, indicating generally safe tap water across its 1 ZIP codes.
How many water systems serve Schley County?
Schley County is served by 2 public water systems that supply drinking water to residents across 1 ZIP codes.
What is the biggest environmental risk in Schley County?
The primary environmental risk factor in Schley County is energy_code_gap. This contributes to an estimated additional annual cost of $270 per homeowner.
How old are homes in Schley County?
The median home build year in Schley County is 1996. 39% of homes were built before 1978, which means they may contain lead-based paint and older plumbing materials.
How does Schley County compare to Georgia?
Schley County has an average water safety score of 96/100, which is above the Georgia state average of 75/100.

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