Ashe County, North Carolina
11 ZIP codes · Avg score 66/100 · Grade C · Updated 2026-06-03
Water safety in Ashe County is uneven — some of its 11 ZIP codes meet standards cleanly while others carry documented violations.
How Ashe County Compares
How Ashe County Compares
Ashe County scores 7 points below the North Carolina state average (73/100) and 2 points below the national average (68/100).
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-03
ZIP Code Risk Map
Water Quality Map: Ashe County, North Carolina
Each dot represents a ZIP code. Color indicates water quality grade. Tap a dot for details.
Key Risk Factors
Health risk index: 15 (asthma 10.6%, diabetes 13.6%)
Estimated additional annual cost per homeowner: $1,205, driven primarily by flood
Infrastructure: 0.365% avg pipe failure probability, 20% of ZIPs at high risk
56.3% 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: $1,205
Bar widths proportional to share of total annual risk cost. Source: compound risk model (FEMA, EPA, USGS).
Housing Age Distribution
16,623 housing units in Ashe 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 Ashe County
Remediation costs are relatively manageable for most homeowners in Ashe 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 Ashe 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 Ashe County ranked by EPA violation count.
| # | Water System | Population | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | JEFFERSON, TOWN OF | 1,470 | 23 |
| 2 | Jefferson Landing | 653 | 12 |
| 3 | Buffalo Meadows S/d | 120 | 12 |
| 4 | West Jefferson, Town of | 1,321 | 7 |
| 5 | Blue Ridge Manor-nikanor Sect | 320 | 7 |
10 total water systems serve Ashe County.
All ZIP Codes in Ashe County
11 ZIP codes tracked in Ashe County.
| # | ZIP Code | City | Safety Score | Grade | Violations | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 28640 | Jefferson | 76 | B | 12 (2 health) | $252K |
| 2 | 28694 | West Jefferson | 72 | B | 7 (1 health) | $240K |
| 3 | 28626 | Fleetwood | 70 | B | 1 | $301K |
| 4 | 28643 | Lansing | 69 | C | 4 (1 health) | $134K |
| 5 | 28615 | Creston | 63 | C | 0 | $153K |
| 6 | 28617 | Crumpler | 63 | C | 0 | $199K |
| 7 | 28618 | Deep Gap | 63 | C | 0 | $308K |
| 8 | 28629 | Glendale Springs | 63 | C | 0 | — |
| 9 | 28631 | Grassy Creek | 63 | C | 0 | — |
| 10 | 28672 | Scottville | 63 | C | 0 | $178K |
| 11 | 28693 | Warrensville | 63 | C | 0 | $168K |
Recommended Buyer Guides for Ashe County
Filtered against federal data, fitted to local risks.
- Best Lead Paint Test Kits — 56.3% of homes built before 1978
- 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
Deep Dive Reports
Detailed analysis for Ashe County, North Carolina
Overview
Ashe County in North Carolina covers 11 ZIP codes with an average Home Safety Score of C (66/100).
4 of 11 ZIP codes have recorded EPA violations. 4 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.