Newberry County, South Carolina
6 ZIP codes · Avg score 84/100 · Grade B · Updated 2026-07-19
ZipCheckup grade for Newberry: B.
This ZIP looks solid, with a few items worth a quick check.
Although county size varies, Newberry County's 6 ZIP codes share reliably safe tap water records and above-average compliance scores.
How Newberry County Compares
How Newberry County Compares
Newberry County scores 6 points above the South Carolina state average (78/100) and 16 points above the national average (68/100).
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-07-19
ZIP Code Risk Map
Water Quality Map: Newberry County, South Carolina
Each dot represents a ZIP code. Color indicates water quality grade. Tap a dot for details.
Key Risk Factors
Health risk index: 14.8 (asthma 9.8%, diabetes 16.1%)
Estimated additional annual cost per homeowner: $885, driven primarily by flood
Infrastructure: 0.358% avg pipe failure probability
54.3% of homes built before 1978 (lead paint era)
Violation History (2024–2025)
→ Stable trendEPA violation counts by year across Newberry County water systems. Health-based shown in red, total in blue.
Peak year: 2025 with 2 violations. Past 5 years: 3 total (3 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: $885
Bar widths proportional to share of total annual risk cost. Source: compound risk model (FEMA, EPA, USGS).
Housing Age Distribution
17,780 housing units in Newberry 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 Newberry County
Remediation costs are relatively manageable for most homeowners in Newberry 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 Newberry County residents
Black markers = national averages. Red = above national avg. Green = below. Source: CDC PLACES, Census ACS.
Water systems serving Newberry County
8 community water systems serving Newberry County.
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9 total water systems serve Newberry County.
Systems with the most violations in Newberry County
2 water systems with recorded EPA violations.
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All ZIP Codes in Newberry County
6 ZIP codes tracked in Newberry County.
| # | ZIP Code | City | Safety Score | Grade | Violations | Home Value |
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| 1 | 29127 | Prosperity | 95 | A | 1 | $234K |
| 2 | 29145 | Silverstreet | 95 | A | 0 | $57K |
| 3 | 29178 | Whitmire | 95 | A | 0 | $82K |
| 4 | 29108 | Newberry | 89 | A | 8 (1 health) | $128K |
| 5 | 29037 | Chappells | 66 | C | 0 | $122K |
| 6 | 29126 | Pomaria | 66 | C | 0 | $188K |
Recommended Buyer Guides for Newberry County
Where county records show a lead exceedance or pre-1978 housing concentration, lead-specific filters and test kits move toward the top of the list.
- Best Lead Paint Test Kits — 54.3% of homes built before 1978
- Best Sump Pumps — Flood is the top compound risk factor
- Best Mold Test Kits — Flood-driven moisture and mold risk
Deep Dive Reports
Detailed analysis for Newberry County, South Carolina
Overview
Newberry County in South Carolina covers 6 ZIP codes with an average Home Safety Score of B (84/100).
2 of 6 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.