COUNTY REPORT NC

Randolph County, North Carolina

12 ZIP codes · Avg score 86/100 · Grade A · Updated 2026-06-03

Based on current EPA data, Randolph County's 12 ZIP codes maintain an above-average drinking water safety record.

How Randolph County Compares

Randolph County86/100
North Carolina avg73/100
National avg68/100

How Randolph County Compares

A
County Grade
86/100
Avg Safety Score
12
ZIP Codes
26
Water Systems

Randolph County scores 13 points above the North Carolina state average (73/100) and 18 points above the national average (68/100).

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

A
County Grade
86
Avg Safety Score
12
ZIP Codes
Best ZIP: 27204 (98/100)
Lowest ZIP: 27355 (66/100)
$164K
Median Home Value
$1,500
Avg Remediation (91% of home value)

ZIP Code Risk Map

Water Quality Map: Randolph County, North Carolina

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: 14.6 (asthma 10.9%, diabetes 13.2%)

Estimated additional annual cost per homeowner: $562, driven primarily by energy_code_gap

Infrastructure: 0.357% avg pipe failure probability, 18% of ZIPs at high risk

53% of homes built before 1978 (lead paint era)

Violation History (2021–2025)

↑ Worsening trend

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

2021
12 (12 health)
2022
8 (8 health)
2023
1 (1 health)
2024
10 (10 health)
2025
4 (4 health)

Peak year: 2021 with 12 violations. Past 5 years: 35 total (35 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

Asthma 10.9% (national: 8.9%)
Diabetes 13.2% (national: 10.5%)
Obesity 39.9% (national: 32.4%)

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

Infrastructure Overview

1984
Median Build Year
53%
Pre-1978 Housing
36%
Pipe Failure Probability
18%
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: $562

Energy Code Gap $270/yr
Flood $183/yr
Water / Lead $108/yr

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

Housing Age Distribution

53,834 housing units in Randolph County

Pre-1940 6%
1940–1959 14%
1960–1979 24%
1980–1999 35%
2000+ 22%

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 Randolph County

$164K
Median Home Value
$1,500
Est. Remediation Cost
0.9%
of Home Value
Remediation as % of home value low burden

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

Asthma 10.9% (US avg: 8.9%)
Diabetes 13.2% (US avg: 11%)
Obesity 39.9% (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 Randolph County ranked by EPA violation count.

# Water System Population Violations
1 Ramseur, Town of 1,790 32
2 City of Randleman, 4,631 27
3 Franklinville, Town of 1,400 24
4 Rock Creek Mh Village No 2 305 21
5 Rock Creek Mh Village 275 21

26 total water systems serve Randolph County.

All ZIP Codes in Randolph County

12 ZIP codes tracked in Randolph County.

# ZIP Code City Safety Score Grade Violations Home Value
1 27204 Asheboro 98 A 3 (1 health)
2 27298 Liberty 98 A 2 (1 health) $183K
3 27370 Trinity 95 A 0 $173K
4 27205 Asheboro 94 A 3 (1 health) $192K
5 27317 Randleman 94 A 3 $170K
6 27341 Seagrove 93 A 5 (2 health) $155K
7 27203 Asheboro 89 A 3 (1 health) $141K
8 27350 Sophia 86 A 2 $160K
9 27316 Ramseur 81 B 9 (6 health) $142K
10 27248 Franklinville 77 B 21 (2 health) $169K
11 27230 Cedar Falls 66 C 0
12 27355 Staley 66 C 0 $132K

Recommended Buyer Guides for Randolph 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

Randolph County in North Carolina covers 12 ZIP codes with an average Home Safety Score of A (86/100).

9 of 12 ZIP codes have recorded EPA violations. 14 health-based violations have been documented.

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Data Sources

Updated daily.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is water safe in Randolph County?
Randolph County receives a grade of A, indicating generally safe tap water across its 12 ZIP codes.
How many water systems serve Randolph County?
Randolph County is served by 26 public water systems that supply drinking water to residents across 12 ZIP codes.
What is the biggest environmental risk in Randolph County?
The primary environmental risk factor in Randolph County is energy_code_gap. This contributes to an estimated additional annual cost of $562 per homeowner.
How old are homes in Randolph County?
The median home build year in Randolph County is 1984. 53% of homes were built before 1978, which means they may contain lead-based paint and older plumbing materials.
How does Randolph County compare to North Carolina?
Randolph County has an average water safety score of 86/100, which is above the North Carolina state average of 73/100.

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