Stokes County, North Carolina
9 ZIP codes · Avg score 67/100 · Grade C · Updated 2026-06-03
Compared to top-scoring counties, Stokes County's 9 ZIP codes land in the middle tier — some meet standards cleanly, others carry documented violations, and the gap between the best and worst areas is wider than average.
How Stokes County Compares
How Stokes County Compares
Stokes County scores 6 points below the North Carolina state average (73/100) and 1 points below the national average (68/100).
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-03
ZIP Code Risk Map
Water Quality Map: Stokes 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: 14.7 (asthma 11%, diabetes 13.2%)
Estimated additional annual cost per homeowner: $589, driven primarily by energy_code_gap
Infrastructure: 0.34% avg pipe failure probability
51.9% 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: $589
Bar widths proportional to share of total annual risk cost. Source: compound risk model (FEMA, EPA, USGS).
Housing Age Distribution
22,285 housing units in Stokes 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 Stokes County
Remediation costs are relatively manageable for most homeowners in Stokes 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 Stokes 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 Stokes County ranked by EPA violation count.
| # | Water System | Population | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Stokes County Water & Sewer Authority | 420 | 16 |
| 2 | WINSTON-SALEM, CITY OF | 388,060 | 13 |
| 3 | WALNUT COVE, TOWN OF | 2,210 | 13 |
| 4 | City of King, | 23,370 | 7 |
| 5 | Mountain Valley Living Center | 39 | 3 |
8 total water systems serve Stokes County.
All ZIP Codes in Stokes County
9 ZIP codes tracked in Stokes County.
| # | ZIP Code | City | Safety Score | Grade | Violations | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 27021 | King | 82 | B | 3 | $204K |
| 2 | 27016 | Danbury | 78 | B | 0 | $160K |
| 3 | 27043 | Pinnacle | 75 | B | 1 | $212K |
| 4 | 27053 | Westfield | 72 | B | 3 (1 health) | $191K |
| 5 | 27052 | Walnut Cove | 71 | B | 13 | $183K |
| 6 | 27022 | Lawsonville | 63 | C | 0 | $144K |
| 7 | 27007 | Ararat | 53 | D | 0 | $190K |
| 8 | 27009 | Belews Creek | 53 | D | 0 | $244K |
| 9 | 27046 | Sandy Ridge | 53 | D | 0 | $186K |
Recommended Buyer Guides for Stokes County
Strictly editorial — no paid placements influence which guides appear; the selection draws on NSF certifications and EPA detection records for water systems serving this county.
- Best Lead Paint Test Kits — 51.9% of homes built before 1978
Deep Dive Reports
Detailed analysis for Stokes County, North Carolina
Overview
Stokes County in North Carolina covers 9 ZIP codes with an average Home Safety Score of C (67/100).
4 of 9 ZIP codes have recorded EPA violations. 1 health-based violation 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.