COUNTY REPORT GA

Wilkinson County, Georgia

5 ZIP codes · Avg score 90/100 · Grade A · Updated 2026-06-03

Water utilities serving Wilkinson County's 5 ZIP codes have built a consistent compliance record — the county's above-average grade reflects years of data showing low violation rates and no systemic health concerns.

How Wilkinson County Compares

Wilkinson County90/100
Georgia avg75/100
National avg68/100

How Wilkinson County Compares

A
County Grade
90/100
Avg Safety Score
5
ZIP Codes
6
Water Systems

Wilkinson County scores 15 points above the Georgia state average (75/100) and 22 points above the national average (68/100).

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

A
County Grade
90
Avg Safety Score
5
ZIP Codes
Best ZIP: 31090 (99/100)
Lowest ZIP: 31054 (66/100)
$113K
Median Home Value

ZIP Code Risk Map

Water Quality Map: Wilkinson 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: 16.1 (asthma 10.9%, diabetes 17.7%)

Estimated additional annual cost per homeowner: $574, driven primarily by energy_code_gap

Infrastructure: 0.334% avg pipe failure probability

60.8% of homes built before 1978 (lead paint era)

Violation History (2023–2025)

→ Stable trend

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

2023
2 (2 health)
2024
7 (7 health)
2025
6 (6 health)

Peak year: 2024 with 7 violations. Past 5 years: 15 total (15 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 10.9% (national: 8.9%)
Diabetes 17.7% (national: 10.5%)
Obesity 41% (national: 32.4%)

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

Infrastructure Overview

1984
Median Build Year
60.8%
Pre-1978 Housing
33%
Pipe Failure Probability
0%
ZIPs at High Infra Risk
Low
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: $574

Energy Code Gap $324/yr
Water / Lead $250/yr

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

Housing Age Distribution

5,089 housing units in Wilkinson County

Pre-1940 5%
1940–1959 10%
1960–1979 29%
1980–1999 38%
2000+ 18%

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

Health Outcomes vs National Average

CDC PLACES data for Wilkinson County residents

Asthma 10.9% (US avg: 8.9%)
Diabetes 17.7% (US avg: 11%)
Obesity 41% (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 Wilkinson County ranked by EPA violation count.

# Water System Population Violations
1 Irwinton 1,597 5
2 Allentown 308 4
3 Gordon 2,291 4
4 BALDWIN COUNTY 23,067 4
5 Jeffersonville 1,988 4

6 total water systems serve Wilkinson County.

All ZIP Codes in Wilkinson County

5 ZIP codes tracked in Wilkinson County.

# ZIP Code City Safety Score Grade Violations Home Value
1 31090 Toomsboro 99 A 0 $92K
2 31042 Irwinton 97 A 1 $86K
3 31003 Allentown 94 A 4 $162K
4 31031 Gordon 94 A 4 $121K
5 31054 Mc Intyre 66 C 0 $113K

Recommended Buyer Guides for Wilkinson County

Federal and certification sources drive the ordering: EPA monitoring data, NSF certifications, FEMA flood maps, and CDC lead guidance — guides surface only when county data warrants them.

Overview

Wilkinson County in Georgia covers 5 ZIP codes with an average Home Safety Score of A (90/100).

3 of 5 ZIP codes have recorded EPA violations. All violations are monitoring/reporting type.

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Data Sources

Updated daily.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is water safe in Wilkinson County?
Wilkinson County receives a grade of A, indicating generally safe tap water across its 5 ZIP codes.
How many water systems serve Wilkinson County?
Wilkinson County is served by 6 public water systems that supply drinking water to residents across 5 ZIP codes.
What is the biggest environmental risk in Wilkinson County?
The primary environmental risk factor in Wilkinson County is energy_code_gap. This contributes to an estimated additional annual cost of $574 per homeowner.
How old are homes in Wilkinson County?
The median home build year in Wilkinson County is 1984. 60.8% of homes were built before 1978, which means they may contain lead-based paint and older plumbing materials.
How does Wilkinson County compare to Georgia?
Wilkinson County has an average water safety score of 90/100, which is above the Georgia state average of 75/100.

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