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Greenville County, South Carolina

30 ZIP codes · Avg score 56/100 · Grade C · Updated 2026-06-04

Unlike top-rated counties, Greenville County's 30 ZIP codes carry a fair number of documented violations — chlorine compliance and disinfection byproduct limits are the categories most often cited in recent data.

How Greenville County Compares

Greenville County56/100
South Carolina avg78/100
National avg68/100

How Greenville County Compares

C
County Grade
56/100
Avg Safety Score
30
ZIP Codes
18
Water Systems

Greenville County scores 22 points below the South Carolina state average (78/100) and 12 points below the national average (68/100).

Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-04

C
County Grade
56
Avg Safety Score
30
ZIP Codes
Best ZIP: 29356 (70/100)
Lowest ZIP: 29683 (40/100)
$256K
Median Home Value
$2,347
Avg Remediation (92% of home value)

ZIP Code Risk Map

Water Quality Map: Greenville County, South 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: 12.3 (asthma 9.4%, diabetes 12.2%)

Estimated additional annual cost per homeowner: $1,073, driven primarily by flood

Infrastructure: 0.291% avg pipe failure probability, 5% of ZIPs at high risk

49.3% of homes built before 1978 (lead paint era)

County Health Indicators vs National Average

Asthma 9.4% (national: 8.9%)
Diabetes 12.2% (national: 10.5%)
Obesity 32.7% (national: 32.4%)

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

Infrastructure Overview

1992
Median Build Year
49.3%
Pre-1978 Housing
29%
Pipe Failure Probability
5%
ZIPs at High Infra Risk
Moderate
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: $1,073

Flood $740/yr
Energy Code Gap $156/yr
Underground Tanks $80/yr

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

Housing Age Distribution

238,520 housing units in Greenville County

Pre-1940 3%
1940–1959 10%
1960–1979 23%
1980–1999 29%
2000+ 34%

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 Greenville County

$256K
Median Home Value
$2,347
Est. Remediation Cost
0.9%
of Home Value
Remediation as % of home value low burden

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

Asthma 9.4% (US avg: 8.9%)
Diabetes 12.2% (US avg: 11%)
Obesity 32.7% (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 Greenville County ranked by EPA violation count.

# Water System Population Violations
1 Greenville Water (2310001) 396,265 3
2 Laurens County W&s Commission (sc3020001) 36,314 2
3 BGWC KINGSWOOD S/D (SC2350011) 77 2
4 Sunset Pointe S/d (sc3050013) 60 2
5 MARIETTA W/D (2320004) 3,255 1

18 total water systems serve Greenville County.

All ZIP Codes in Greenville County

30 ZIP codes tracked in Greenville County.

# ZIP Code City Safety Score Grade Violations Home Value
1 29356 Landrum 70 B 0 $274K
2 29652 Greer 66 C 0
3 29650 Greer 65 C 0 $332K
4 29651 Greer 65 C 0 $264K
5 29680 Simpsonville 65 C 1 $279K
6 29690 Travelers Rest 65 C 0 $267K
7 29603 Greenville 62 C 0
8 29606 Greenville 62 C 0
9 29608 Greenville 62 C 0
10 29681 Simpsonville 60 C 1 $326K
11 29601 Greenville 57 C 0 $583K
12 29605 Greenville 57 C 0 $228K
13 29609 Greenville 57 C 0 $304K
14 29611 Greenville 57 C 0 $164K
15 29661 Marietta 56 C 1 (1 health) $194K
16 29610 Greenville 55 C 0
17 29612 Greenville 55 C 0
18 29613 Greenville 55 C 0
19 29614 Greenville 55 C 0
20 29616 Greenville 55 C 0
21 29322 Campobello 53 D 0 $232K
22 29635 Cleveland 53 D 0 $201K
23 29644 Fountain Inn 53 D 0 $234K
24 29607 Greenville 52 D 0 $315K
25 29617 Greenville 52 D 0 $218K
26 29615 Greenville 47 D 0 $349K
27 29687 Taylors 45 D 0 $247K
28 29636 Conestee 40 D 0
29 29662 Mauldin 40 D 0 $230K
30 29683 Slater 40 D 0 $133K

Recommended Buyer Guides for Greenville County

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Overview

Greenville County in South Carolina covers 30 ZIP codes with an average Home Safety Score of C (56/100).

3 of 30 ZIP codes 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 Greenville County?
Greenville County receives a grade of C. Some ZIP codes have recorded violations and residents in affected areas may want to test their water.
How many water systems serve Greenville County?
Greenville County is served by 18 public water systems that supply drinking water to residents across 30 ZIP codes.
What is the biggest environmental risk in Greenville County?
The primary environmental risk factor in Greenville County is flood. This contributes to an estimated additional annual cost of $1,073 per homeowner.
How old are homes in Greenville County?
The median home build year in Greenville County is 1992. 49.3% of homes were built before 1978, which means they may contain lead-based paint and older plumbing materials.
How does Greenville County compare to South Carolina?
Greenville County has an average water safety score of 56/100, which is below the South Carolina state average of 78/100.

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