Atlantic County, New Jersey
37 ZIP codes · Avg score 70/100 · Grade B · Updated 2026-07-19
ZipCheckup grade for Atlantic: B.
This ZIP looks solid, with a few items worth a quick check.
Atlantic County maintains reliable drinking water quality across all 37 of its tracked ZIP codes.
How Atlantic County Compares
How Atlantic County Compares
Atlantic County scores 12 points above the New Jersey state average (58/100) and 2 points above the national average (68/100).
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-07-19
ZIP Code Risk Map
Water Quality Map: Atlantic County, New Jersey
Each dot represents a ZIP code. Color indicates water quality grade. Tap a dot for details.
Key Risk Factors
Health risk index: 12.5 (asthma 9.5%, diabetes 12.6%)
Estimated additional annual cost per homeowner: $5,419, driven primarily by sea_level
Infrastructure: 0.486% avg pipe failure probability, 89% of ZIPs at high risk
66.9% of homes built before 1978 (lead paint era)
Violation History (2021–2024)
↑ Worsening trendEPA violation counts by year across Atlantic County water systems. Health-based shown in red, total in blue.
Peak year: 2023 with 11 violations. Past 5 years: 25 total (25 health-based). Health-based violations are rising versus the prior 2-year window - worth closer monitoring.
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: $5,419
Bar widths proportional to share of total annual risk cost. Source: compound risk model (FEMA, EPA, USGS).
Housing Age Distribution
137,531 housing units in Atlantic 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 Atlantic County
Remediation costs are relatively manageable for most homeowners in Atlantic 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 Atlantic County residents
Black markers = national averages. Red = above national avg. Green = below. Source: CDC PLACES, Census ACS.
Water systems serving Atlantic County
8 community water systems serving Atlantic County.
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Show all 8 water systems
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22 total water systems serve Atlantic County.
Systems with the most violations in Atlantic County
5 water systems with recorded EPA violations.
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All ZIP Codes in Atlantic County
37 ZIP codes tracked in Atlantic County.
| # | ZIP Code | City | Safety Score | Grade | Violations | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 08062 | Mullica Hill | 95 | A | 0 | $469K |
| 2 | 08404 | Atlantic City | 94 | A | 12 (1 health) | — |
| 3 | 08405 | Atlantic City | 94 | A | 12 (1 health) | — |
| 4 | 08601 | Trenton | 85 | A | 51 (4 health) | — |
| 5 | 08037 | Hammonton | 84 | B | 3 (1 health) | $308K |
| 6 | 08240 | Pomona | 82 | B | 12 | — |
| 7 | 08330 | Mays Landing | 80 | B | 6 (2 health) | $231K |
| 8 | 08234 | Egg Harbor Township | 77 | B | 3 | $286K |
| 9 | 08401 | Atlantic City | 74 | B | 12 (1 health) | $190K |
| 10 | 08213 | Cologne | 73 | B | 0 | — |
| 11 | 08220 | Leeds Point | 73 | B | 0 | — |
| 12 | 08231 | Oceanville | 73 | B | 0 | — |
| 13 | 08310 | Buena | 73 | B | 0 | — |
| 14 | 08317 | Dorothy | 73 | B | 0 | $301K |
| 15 | 08319 | Estell Manor | 73 | B | 0 | $293K |
| 16 | 08403 | Longport | 72 | B | 0 | $1040K |
| 17 | 08203 | Brigantine | 71 | B | 5 (1 health) | $485K |
| 18 | 08217 | Elwood | 66 | C | 0 | — |
| 19 | 08326 | Landisville | 66 | C | 0 | $245K |
| 20 | 08340 | Milmay | 66 | C | 0 | $243K |
| 21 | 08341 | Minotola | 66 | C | 0 | $207K |
| 22 | 08342 | Mizpah | 66 | C | 0 | — |
| 23 | 08346 | Newtonville | 66 | C | 0 | $222K |
| 24 | 08347 | Norma | 66 | C | 0 | — |
| 25 | 08350 | Richland | 66 | C | 0 | $236K |
| 26 | 08352 | Rosenhayn | 66 | C | 0 | $175K |
| 27 | 08224 | New Gretna | 65 | C | 0 | $288K |
| 28 | 08225 | Northfield | 65 | C | 0 | $276K |
| 29 | 08201 | Absecon | 60 | C | 0 | $237K |
| 30 | 08205 | Absecon | 60 | C | 0 | $263K |
| 31 | 08215 | Egg Harbor City | 60 | C | 0 | $267K |
| 32 | 08221 | Linwood | 60 | C | 0 | $351K |
| 33 | 08241 | Port Republic | 60 | C | 0 | $413K |
| 34 | 08232 | Pleasantville | 55 | C | 0 | $180K |
| 35 | 08244 | Somers Point | 55 | C | 0 | $279K |
| 36 | 08402 | Margate City | 50 | D | 0 | $645K |
| 37 | 08406 | Ventnor City | 50 | D | 0 | $345K |
Recommended Buyer Guides for Atlantic 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.
- Best Lead Paint Test Kits — 66.9% of homes built before 1978
- Best Under-Sink Reverse Osmosis Systems — Multi-contaminant removal at the kitchen tap
Deep Dive Reports
Detailed analysis for Atlantic County, New Jersey
Overview
Atlantic County in New Jersey covers 37 ZIP codes with an average Home Safety Score of B (70/100).
9 of 37 ZIP codes have recorded EPA violations. 11 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.