COUNTY REPORT NC

Hoke County, North Carolina

1 ZIP code · Avg score 81/100 · Grade B · Updated 2026-06-04

Based on current EPA data, Hoke County's 1 ZIP code maintain an above-average drinking water safety record.

How Hoke County Compares

Hoke County81/100
North Carolina avg73/100
National avg68/100

How Hoke County Compares

B
County Grade
81/100
Avg Safety Score
1
ZIP Codes
5
Water Systems

Hoke County scores 8 points above the North Carolina state average (73/100) and 13 points above the national average (68/100).

Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-04

B
County Grade
81
Avg Safety Score
1
ZIP Codes
Only ZIP: 28376
$208K
Median Home Value
$2,100
Avg Remediation (101% of home value)

Key Risk Factors

Health risk index: 13.5 (asthma 11.7%, diabetes 13.3%)

Estimated additional annual cost per homeowner: $1,890, driven primarily by flood

Infrastructure: 0.27% avg pipe failure probability

23% of homes built before 1978 (lead paint era)

County Health Indicators vs National Average

Asthma 11.7% (national: 8.9%)
Diabetes 13.3% (national: 10.5%)
Obesity 38.5% (national: 32.4%)

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

Infrastructure Overview

2009
Median Build Year
23%
Pre-1978 Housing
27%
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: $1,890

Flood $1,400/yr
Sea Level Rise $400/yr
Energy Code Gap $90/yr

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

Housing Age Distribution

16,583 housing units in Hoke County

Pre-1940 2%
1940–1959 5%
1960–1979 12%
1980–1999 31%
2000+ 51%

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 Hoke County

$208K
Median Home Value
$2,100
Est. Remediation Cost
1.0%
of Home Value
Remediation as % of home value low burden

Remediation costs are relatively manageable for most homeowners in Hoke 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 Hoke County residents

Asthma 11.7% (US avg: 8.9%)
Diabetes 13.3% (US avg: 11%)
Obesity 38.5% (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 Hoke County ranked by EPA violation count.

# Water System Population Violations
1 Hoke Company Regional Water System 36,640 4
2 City of Raeford, 6,718 4
3 Hillcrest-scurlock Water Inc. 1,369 4
4 Northwest Water Supply Inc. 1,105 4
5 Hoke Company Regional--rockfish 13,378 4

All ZIP Codes in Hoke County

1 ZIP code tracked in Hoke County.

# ZIP Code City Safety Score Grade Violations Home Value
1 28376 Raeford 81 B 4 (1 health) $208K

Recommended Buyer Guides for Hoke County

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Overview

Hoke County in North Carolina covers 1 ZIP code with an average Home Safety Score of B (81/100).

1 of 1 ZIP code have recorded EPA violations. 1 health-based violation have been documented.

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Data Sources

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is water safe in Hoke County?
Hoke County receives a grade of B, indicating generally safe tap water across its 1 ZIP codes.
How many water systems serve Hoke County?
Hoke County is served by 5 public water systems that supply drinking water to residents across 1 ZIP codes.
What is the biggest environmental risk in Hoke County?
The primary environmental risk factor in Hoke County is flood. This contributes to an estimated additional annual cost of $1,890 per homeowner.
How old are homes in Hoke County?
The median home build year in Hoke County is 2009. 23% of homes were built before 1978, which means they may contain lead-based paint and older plumbing materials.
How does Hoke County compare to North Carolina?
Hoke County has an average water safety score of 81/100, which is above the North Carolina state average of 73/100.

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