Union County, Georgia
3 ZIP codes · Avg score 74/100 · Grade B · Updated 2026-07-19
ZipCheckup grade for Union: B.
This ZIP looks solid, with a few items worth a quick check.
Homeowners across Union County's 3 ZIP codes live with water safety scores that generally beat state and national averages.
How Union County Compares
How Union County Compares
Union County scores 1 points below the Georgia state average (75/100) and 6 points above the national average (68/100).
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-07-19
Key Risk Factors
Health risk index: 15.6 (asthma 9.6%, diabetes 15.7%)
Estimated additional annual cost per homeowner: $943, driven primarily by flood
Infrastructure: 0.307% avg pipe failure probability
30.5% of homes built before 1978 (lead paint era)
Violation History (2024–2025)
→ Stable trendEPA violation counts by year across Union County water systems. Health-based shown in red, total in blue.
Peak year: 2024 with 4 violations. Past 5 years: 8 total (8 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: $943
Bar widths proportional to share of total annual risk cost. Source: compound risk model (FEMA, EPA, USGS).
Housing Age Distribution
16,102 housing units in Union 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 Union County
Remediation costs are relatively manageable for most homeowners in Union 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 Union County residents
Black markers = national averages. Red = above national avg. Green = below. Source: CDC PLACES, Census ACS.
Water systems serving Union County
7 community water systems serving Union County.
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Show all 7 water systems
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Systems with the most violations in Union County
1 water system with recorded EPA violations.
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All ZIP Codes in Union County
3 ZIP codes tracked in Union County.
| # | ZIP Code | City | Safety Score | Grade | Violations | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 30582 | Young Harris | 83 | B | 0 | $288K |
| 2 | 30514 | Blairsville | 74 | B | 6 (4 health) | — |
| 3 | 30512 | Blairsville | 66 | C | 6 (4 health) | $274K |
Recommended Buyer Guides for Union County
Four sources - EPA, NSF, FEMA, CDC - drive the match.
- 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
Overview
Union County in Georgia covers 3 ZIP codes with an average Home Safety Score of B (74/100).
2 of 3 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.