COUNTY REPORT GA

Walton County, Georgia

5 ZIP codes · Avg score 81/100 · Grade B · Updated 2026-06-03

Although county size varies, Walton County's 5 ZIP codes share reliably safe tap water records and above-average compliance scores.

How Walton County Compares

Walton County81/100
Georgia avg75/100
National avg68/100

How Walton County Compares

B
County Grade
81/100
Avg Safety Score
5
ZIP Codes
12
Water Systems

Walton County scores 6 points above the Georgia state average (75/100) and 13 points above the national average (68/100).

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

B
County Grade
81
Avg Safety Score
5
ZIP Codes
Best ZIP: 30018 (83/100)
Lowest ZIP: 30655 (78/100)
$277K
Median Home Value
$1,920
Avg Remediation (69% of home value)

ZIP Code Risk Map

Water Quality Map: Walton County, Georgia

Each dot represents a ZIP code. Color indicates water quality grade. Tap a dot for details.

A B C D F

Key Risk Factors

Health risk index: 13.6 (asthma 10.3%, diabetes 13%)

Estimated additional annual cost per homeowner: $396, driven primarily by flood

Infrastructure: 0.226% avg pipe failure probability

35.8% of homes built before 1978 (lead paint era)

Violation History (2022–2025)

→ Stable trend

EPA violation counts by year across Walton County water systems. Health-based shown in red, total in blue.

2022
4 (4 health)
2025
1 (1 health)

Peak year: 2022 with 4 violations. Past 5 years: 5 total (5 health-based).

Source: EPA SDWIS historical violations. Data may lag 6–12 months for the most recent year.

County Health Indicators vs National Average

Asthma 10.3% (national: 8.9%)
Diabetes 13% (national: 10.5%)
Obesity 38.3% (national: 32.4%)

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

Infrastructure Overview

1996
Median Build Year
35.8%
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: $396

Flood $240/yr
Energy Code Gap $126/yr
Water / Lead $30/yr

Bar widths proportional to share of total annual risk cost. Source: compound risk model (FEMA, EPA, USGS).

Housing Age Distribution

25,485 housing units in Walton County

Pre-1940 4%
1940–1959 6%
1960–1979 19%
1980–1999 33%
2000+ 38%

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 Walton County

$277K
Median Home Value
$1,920
Est. Remediation Cost
0.7%
of Home Value
Remediation as % of home value low burden

Remediation costs are relatively manageable for most homeowners in Walton 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 Walton County residents

Asthma 10.3% (US avg: 8.9%)
Diabetes 13% (US avg: 11%)
Obesity 38.3% (US avg: 32.4%)

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

Water Systems with Most Violations

Top 5 systems in Walton County ranked by EPA violation count.

# Water System Population Violations
1 Monroe 23,997 7
2 Social Circle 5,470 6
3 Covington 14,391 5
4 Newborn Water System 667 5
5 Loganville 12,319 2

12 total water systems serve Walton County.

All ZIP Codes in Walton County

5 ZIP codes tracked in Walton County.

# ZIP Code City Safety Score Grade Violations Home Value
1 30018 Jersey 83 B 1 $277K
2 30054 Oxford 83 B 0 $271K
3 30656 Monroe 83 B 1 $307K
4 30025 Social Circle 79 B 5 (2 health) $275K
5 30655 Monroe 78 B 1 $291K

Recommended Buyer Guides for Walton County

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Overview

Walton County in Georgia covers 5 ZIP codes with an average Home Safety Score of B (81/100).

4 of 5 ZIP codes have recorded EPA violations. 2 health-based violations have been documented.

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Data Sources

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is water safe in Walton County?
Walton County receives a grade of B, indicating generally safe tap water across its 5 ZIP codes.
How many water systems serve Walton County?
Walton County is served by 12 public water systems that supply drinking water to residents across 5 ZIP codes.
What is the biggest environmental risk in Walton County?
The primary environmental risk factor in Walton County is flood. This contributes to an estimated additional annual cost of $396 per homeowner.
How old are homes in Walton County?
The median home build year in Walton County is 1996. 35.8% of homes were built before 1978, which means they may contain lead-based paint and older plumbing materials.
How does Walton County compare to Georgia?
Walton County has an average water safety score of 81/100, which is above the Georgia state average of 75/100.

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