Chowan County, North Carolina
2 ZIP codes · Avg score 72/100 · Grade B · Updated 2026-07-19
ZipCheckup grade for Chowan: B.
This ZIP looks solid, with a few items worth a quick check.
In current tracking cycles, Chowan County - spanning 2 ZIP codes - records above-average water quality outcomes; the county's compliance history over recent years shows few departures from federal standards.
How Chowan County Compares
How Chowan County Compares
Chowan County scores 1 points below the North Carolina state average (73/100) and 4 points above the national average (68/100).
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-07-19
Key Risk Factors
Health risk index: 16.7 (asthma 11.8%, diabetes 18.1%)
Estimated additional annual cost per homeowner: $5,805, driven primarily by sea_level
Infrastructure: 0.445% avg pipe failure probability, 100% of ZIPs at high risk
62.5% 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: $5,805
Bar widths proportional to share of total annual risk cost. Source: compound risk model (FEMA, EPA, USGS).
Housing Age Distribution
7,396 housing units in Chowan 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 Chowan County
Remediation costs are relatively manageable for most homeowners in Chowan 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 Chowan County residents
Black markers = national averages. Red = above national avg. Green = below. Source: CDC PLACES, Census ACS.
Water systems serving Chowan County
6 community water systems serving Chowan County.
- C
- B
- C
- B
- B
- B
Systems with the most violations in Chowan County
1 water system with recorded EPA violations.
- C
All ZIP Codes in Chowan County
2 ZIP codes tracked in Chowan County.
| # | ZIP Code | City | Safety Score | Grade | Violations | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 27932 | Edenton | 78 | B | 4 (2 health) | $207K |
| 2 | 27957 | Merry Hill | 65 | C | 0 | $115K |
Recommended Buyer Guides for Chowan County
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- Best Lead Paint Test Kits — 62.5% of homes built before 1978
Overview
Chowan County in North Carolina covers 2 ZIP codes with an average Home Safety Score of B (72/100).
1 of 2 ZIP codes have recorded EPA violations. 2 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.