Robeson County, North Carolina
14 ZIP codes · Avg score 75/100 · Grade B · Updated 2026-06-04
Based on current EPA data, Robeson County's 14 ZIP codes maintain an above-average drinking water safety record.
How Robeson County Compares
How Robeson County Compares
Robeson County scores 2 points above the North Carolina state average (73/100) and 7 points above the national average (68/100).
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-04
ZIP Code Risk Map
Water Quality Map: Robeson 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: 17.2 (asthma 13.2%, diabetes 18%)
Estimated additional annual cost per homeowner: $3,410, driven primarily by sea_level
Infrastructure: 0.349% avg pipe failure probability, 23% of ZIPs at high risk
52.8% of homes built before 1978 (lead paint era)
Violation History (2023–2024)
→ Stable trendEPA violation counts by year across Robeson County water systems. Health-based shown in red, total in blue.
Peak year: 2024 with 23 violations. Past 5 years: 24 total (24 health-based).
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: $3,410
Bar widths proportional to share of total annual risk cost. Source: compound risk model (FEMA, EPA, USGS).
Housing Age Distribution
51,894 housing units in Robeson 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 Robeson County
Water safety remediation is a moderate expense relative to home values. Most homeowners can address issues through staged improvements over time.
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 Robeson 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 Robeson County ranked by EPA violation count.
| # | Water System | Population | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Robeson County Water System | 65,303 | 35 |
| 2 | Hoke Company Regional Water System | 36,640 | 18 |
| 3 | Red Springs, Town of | 4,423 | 11 |
| 4 | City of Lumberton, | 24,460 | 10 |
| 5 | Fayetteville Public Works Commission | 215,590 | 9 |
18 total water systems serve Robeson County.
All ZIP Codes in Robeson County
14 ZIP codes tracked in Robeson County.
| # | ZIP Code | City | Safety Score | Grade | Violations | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 28372 | Pembroke | 89 | A | 4 (1 health) | $101K |
| 2 | 28377 | Red Springs | 89 | A | 4 (1 health) | $89K |
| 3 | 28340 | Fairmont | 81 | B | 3 (1 health) | $82K |
| 4 | 28371 | Parkton | 81 | B | 7 (1 health) | $151K |
| 5 | 28384 | Saint Pauls | 80 | B | 2 | $93K |
| 6 | 28383 | Rowland | 76 | B | 2 (1 health) | $74K |
| 7 | 28364 | Maxton | 74 | B | 7 (4 health) | $76K |
| 8 | 28386 | Shannon | 73 | B | 0 | $65K |
| 9 | 28358 | Lumberton | 71 | B | 3 (1 health) | $106K |
| 10 | 28360 | Lumberton | 71 | B | 3 (1 health) | $107K |
| 11 | 28319 | Barnesville | 66 | C | 0 | — |
| 12 | 28362 | Marietta | 66 | C | 0 | $113K |
| 13 | 28375 | Proctorville | 66 | C | 0 | $93K |
| 14 | 28369 | Orrum | 65 | C | 0 | $76K |
Recommended Buyer Guides for Robeson 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 — 52.8% of homes built before 1978
- Best Under-Sink Reverse Osmosis Systems — Multi-contaminant removal at the kitchen tap
Deep Dive Reports
Detailed analysis for Robeson County, North Carolina
Overview
Robeson County in North Carolina covers 14 ZIP codes with an average Home Safety Score of B (75/100).
9 of 14 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.