Washington County, North Carolina
3 ZIP codes · Avg score 79/100 · Grade B · Updated 2026-07-19
ZipCheckup grade for Washington: B.
This ZIP looks solid, with a few items worth a quick check.
Washington County - 3 ZIP codes, above-average safety grade.
How Washington County Compares
How Washington County Compares
Washington County scores 6 points above the North Carolina state average (73/100) and 11 points above the national average (68/100).
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-07-19
Key Risk Factors
Health risk index: 18.2 (asthma 12.2%, diabetes 20.6%)
Estimated additional annual cost per homeowner: $5,233, driven primarily by sea_level
Infrastructure: 0.43% avg pipe failure probability, 67% of ZIPs at high risk
64.7% 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: $5,233
Bar widths proportional to share of total annual risk cost. Source: compound risk model (FEMA, EPA, USGS).
Housing Age Distribution
6,270 housing units in Washington 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 Washington County
Remediation costs are relatively manageable for most homeowners in Washington 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 Washington County residents
Black markers = national averages. Red = above national avg. Green = below. Source: CDC PLACES, Census ACS.
Water systems serving Washington County
6 community water systems serving Washington County.
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- B
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Systems with the most violations in Washington County
2 water systems with recorded EPA violations.
- B
- B
All ZIP Codes in Washington County
3 ZIP codes tracked in Washington County.
| # | ZIP Code | City | Safety Score | Grade | Violations | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 27928 | Creswell | 81 | B | 5 (1 health) | $184K |
| 2 | 27970 | Roper | 79 | B | 2 (1 health) | $105K |
| 3 | 27962 | Plymouth | 78 | B | 5 (2 health) | $97K |
Recommended Buyer Guides for Washington County
Below: editorial picks, no sponsored placements.
- Best Lead Paint Test Kits — 64.7% of homes built before 1978
- Best Under-Sink Reverse Osmosis Systems — Multi-contaminant removal at the kitchen tap
Overview
Washington County in North Carolina covers 3 ZIP codes with an average Home Safety Score of B (79/100).
3 of 3 ZIP codes have recorded EPA violations. 4 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.