COUNTY REPORT NC

Tyrrell County, North Carolina

1 ZIP code · Avg score 71/100 · Grade B · Updated 2026-06-03

In recent assessments, Tyrrell County's 1 ZIP code record strong, consistent water safety outcomes.

How Tyrrell County Compares

Tyrrell County71/100
North Carolina avg73/100
National avg68/100

How Tyrrell County Compares

B
County Grade
71/100
Avg Safety Score
1
ZIP Codes
2
Water Systems

Tyrrell County scores 2 points below the North Carolina state average (73/100) and 3 points above the national average (68/100).

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

B
County Grade
71
Avg Safety Score
1
ZIP Codes
Only ZIP: 27925
$132K
Median Home Value
$1,500
Avg Remediation (113% of home value)

Key Risk Factors

Health risk index: 16.5 (asthma 11.1%, diabetes 17.5%)

Estimated additional annual cost per homeowner: $6,490, driven primarily by sea_level

Infrastructure: 0.37% avg pipe failure probability

59% of homes built before 1978 (lead paint era)

County Health Indicators vs National Average

Asthma 11.1% (national: 8.9%)
Diabetes 17.5% (national: 10.5%)
Obesity 41.3% (national: 32.4%)

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

Infrastructure Overview

1970
Median Build Year
59%
Pre-1978 Housing
37%
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: $6,490

Sea Level Rise $3,000/yr
Flood $2,800/yr
Energy Code Gap $540/yr

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

Housing Age Distribution

1,706 housing units in Tyrrell County

Pre-1940 13%
1940–1959 15%
1960–1979 23%
1980–1999 29%
2000+ 20%

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 Tyrrell County

$132K
Median Home Value
$1,500
Est. Remediation Cost
1.1%
of Home Value
Remediation as % of home value low burden

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

Asthma 11.1% (US avg: 8.9%)
Diabetes 17.5% (US avg: 11%)
Obesity 41.3% (US avg: 32.4%)

Black markers = national averages. Red = above national avg. Green = below. Source: CDC PLACES, Census ACS.

All ZIP Codes in Tyrrell County

1 ZIP code tracked in Tyrrell County.

# ZIP Code City Safety Score Grade Violations Home Value
1 27925 Columbia 71 B 3 (1 health) $132K

Recommended Buyer Guides for Tyrrell County

Methodologically, the recommendation order reflects severity in the federal record: contaminants flagged in EPA detection records for this county outrank generic water concerns, FEMA-confirmed hazard ratings shift emergency-related categories upward, and CDC lead-exposure markers govern when lead-test kits and certified filters appear at the top of the list.

Overview

Tyrrell County in North Carolina covers 1 ZIP code with an average Home Safety Score of B (71/100).

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 Tyrrell County?
Tyrrell County receives a grade of B, indicating generally safe tap water across its 1 ZIP codes.
How many water systems serve Tyrrell County?
Tyrrell County is served by 2 public water systems that supply drinking water to residents across 1 ZIP codes.
What is the biggest environmental risk in Tyrrell County?
The primary environmental risk factor in Tyrrell County is sea_level. This contributes to an estimated additional annual cost of $6,490 per homeowner.
How old are homes in Tyrrell County?
The median home build year in Tyrrell County is 1970. 59% of homes were built before 1978, which means they may contain lead-based paint and older plumbing materials.
How does Tyrrell County compare to North Carolina?
Tyrrell County has an average water safety score of 71/100, which is below the North Carolina state average of 73/100.

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