Ware County, Georgia
6 ZIP codes · Avg score 89/100 · Grade A · Updated 2026-06-03
In recent assessments, Ware County's 6 ZIP codes record strong, consistent water safety outcomes.
How Ware County Compares
How Ware County Compares
Ware County scores 14 points above the Georgia state average (75/100) and 21 points above the national average (68/100).
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-03
ZIP Code Risk Map
Water Quality Map: Ware County, Georgia
Each dot represents a ZIP code. Color indicates water quality grade. Tap a dot for details.
Key Risk Factors
Health risk index: 16 (asthma 10.9%, diabetes 16.8%)
Estimated additional annual cost per homeowner: $948, driven primarily by sea_level
Infrastructure: 0.29% avg pipe failure probability
55.8% 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: $948
Bar widths proportional to share of total annual risk cost. Source: compound risk model (FEMA, EPA, USGS).
Housing Age Distribution
19,167 housing units in Ware 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 Ware County
Remediation costs are relatively manageable for most homeowners in Ware 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 Ware 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 Ware County ranked by EPA violation count.
| # | Water System | Population | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Waycross | 15,987 | 9 |
| 2 | Satilla Regional Water & Sewer Authority | 10,657 | 9 |
| 3 | Satilla Regional Water & Sewer Authority-east | 3,654 | 9 |
| 4 | Waycross-ware County Ind. Park | 1,716 | 9 |
| 5 | Baptist Village | 308 | 9 |
9 total water systems serve Ware County.
All ZIP Codes in Ware County
6 ZIP codes tracked in Ware County.
| # | ZIP Code | City | Safety Score | Grade | Violations | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 31554 | Nicholls | 99 | A | 1 | $80K |
| 2 | 31502 | Waycross | 98 | A | 3 | — |
| 3 | 31503 | Waycross | 94 | A | 3 | $108K |
| 4 | 31501 | Waycross | 89 | A | 3 | $100K |
| 5 | 31550 | Manor | 85 | A | 6 | — |
| 6 | 31552 | Millwood | 66 | C | 0 | — |
Recommended Buyer Guides for Ware County
Strictly editorial — no paid placements influence which guides appear; the selection draws on NSF certifications and EPA detection records for water systems serving this county.
- Best Lead Paint Test Kits — 55.8% of homes built before 1978
Deep Dive Reports
Detailed analysis for Ware County, Georgia
Overview
Ware County in Georgia covers 6 ZIP codes with an average Home Safety Score of A (89/100).
5 of 6 ZIP codes have recorded EPA violations. All violations are monitoring/reporting type.
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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.