Telfair County, Georgia
6 ZIP codes · Avg score 78/100 · Grade B · Updated 2026-06-03
Compared to state averages, Telfair County scores well — its 6 ZIP codes sit above the baseline for tap water quality.
How Telfair County Compares
How Telfair County Compares
Telfair County scores 3 points above the Georgia state average (75/100) and 10 points above the national average (68/100).
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-03
ZIP Code Risk Map
Water Quality Map: Telfair County, Georgia
Each dot represents a ZIP code. Color indicates water quality grade. Tap a dot for details.
Key Risk Factors
Health risk index: 17.7 (asthma 10.7%, diabetes 20.5%)
Estimated additional annual cost per homeowner: $660, driven primarily by energy_code_gap
Infrastructure: 0.34% avg pipe failure probability, 17% of ZIPs at high risk
65.8% 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: $660
Bar widths proportional to share of total annual risk cost. Source: compound risk model (FEMA, EPA, USGS).
Housing Age Distribution
5,582 housing units in Telfair 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 Telfair County
Water safety remediation is a moderate expense relative to home values. Most homeowners can address issues through staged improvements over time.
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 Telfair 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 Telfair County ranked by EPA violation count.
| # | Water System | Population | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | SCOTLAND | 294 | 8 |
| 2 | Milan | 791 | 3 |
| 3 | Lumber City | 977 | 2 |
| 4 | Jacksonville | 219 | 1 |
| 5 | Alamo | 3,730 | 0 |
All ZIP Codes in Telfair County
6 ZIP codes tracked in Telfair County.
| # | ZIP Code | City | Safety Score | Grade | Violations | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 31060 | Milan | 96 | A | 3 | $77K |
| 2 | 31544 | Jacksonville | 95 | A | 1 | $69K |
| 3 | 31549 | Lumber City | 91 | A | 2 | — |
| 4 | 31037 | Helena | 66 | C | 0 | $70K |
| 5 | 31055 | Mc Rae | 66 | C | 0 | $140K |
| 6 | 31083 | Scotland | 56 | C | 8 (2 health) | $55K |
Recommended Buyer Guides for Telfair County
Filtered against federal data, fitted to local risks.
- Best Water Filters for Lead — Lead above EPA action level in 1 ZIP code
- Best Lead Paint Test Kits — 65.8% of homes built before 1978
- Best Under-Sink Reverse Osmosis Systems — Multi-contaminant removal at the kitchen tap
Deep Dive Reports
Detailed analysis for Telfair County, Georgia
Overview
Telfair County in Georgia covers 6 ZIP codes with an average Home Safety Score of B (78/100).
4 of 6 ZIP codes have recorded EPA violations. 2 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.