COUNTY REPORT SC

Spartanburg County, South Carolina

32 ZIP codes · Avg score 64/100 · Grade C · Updated 2026-06-04

In recent monitoring cycles, Spartanburg County's 32 ZIP codes show a split record — several have documented water safety violations.

How Spartanburg County Compares

Spartanburg County64/100
South Carolina avg78/100
National avg68/100

How Spartanburg County Compares

C
County Grade
64/100
Avg Safety Score
32
ZIP Codes
12
Water Systems

Spartanburg County scores 14 points below the South Carolina state average (78/100) and 4 points below the national average (68/100).

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

C
County Grade
64
Avg Safety Score
32
ZIP Codes
Best ZIP: 29303 (82/100)
Lowest ZIP: 29386 (53/100)
$207K
Median Home Value
$1,313
Avg Remediation (63% of home value)

ZIP Code Risk Map

Water Quality Map: Spartanburg 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: 13.6 (asthma 9.7%, diabetes 13.5%)

Estimated additional annual cost per homeowner: $693, driven primarily by flood

Infrastructure: 0.355% avg pipe failure probability, 24% of ZIPs at high risk

57.7% of homes built before 1978 (lead paint era)

County Health Indicators vs National Average

Asthma 9.7% (national: 8.9%)
Diabetes 13.5% (national: 10.5%)
Obesity 37.9% (national: 32.4%)

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

Infrastructure Overview

1982
Median Build Year
57.7%
Pre-1978 Housing
36%
Pipe Failure Probability
24%
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: $693

Flood $250/yr
Energy Code Gap $236/yr
Water / Lead $127/yr

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

Housing Age Distribution

118,994 housing units in Spartanburg County

Pre-1940 5%
1940–1959 10%
1960–1979 24%
1980–1999 29%
2000+ 31%

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 Spartanburg County

$207K
Median Home Value
$1,313
Est. Remediation Cost
0.6%
of Home Value
Remediation as % of home value low burden

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

Asthma 9.7% (US avg: 8.9%)
Diabetes 13.5% (US avg: 11%)
Obesity 37.9% (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 Spartanburg County ranked by EPA violation count.

# Water System Population Violations
1 Spartanburg Water System (4210001) 140,024 10
2 Sws-landrum Wtp (sc4210003) 4,419 8
3 Metro Subdistrict B (4220003) 1,905 8
4 Lcf Water District (sc4220010) 18,152 4
5 WOODRUFF ROEBUCK W/D (4220007) 28,897 3

12 total water systems serve Spartanburg County.

All ZIP Codes in Spartanburg County

32 ZIP codes tracked in Spartanburg County.

# ZIP Code City Safety Score Grade Violations Home Value
1 29303 Spartanburg 82 B 1 (1 health) $144K
2 29304 Spartanburg 82 B 1 (1 health)
3 29305 Spartanburg 82 B 1 (1 health)
4 29306 Spartanburg 82 B 1 (1 health) $159K
5 29319 Spartanburg 82 B 1 (1 health)
6 29349 Inman 78 B 0 $233K
7 29301 Spartanburg 77 B 1 (1 health) $201K
8 29302 Spartanburg 77 B 1 (1 health) $264K
9 29307 Spartanburg 77 B 1 (1 health) $208K
10 29323 Chesnee 75 B 2 (2 health) $188K
11 29372 Pacolet 75 B 0 $101K
12 29330 Cowpens 63 C 0 $146K
13 29334 Duncan 63 C 0 $267K
14 29365 Lyman 63 C 0 $231K
15 29369 Moore 63 C 0 $234K
16 29374 Pauline 63 C 0 $207K
17 29376 Roebuck 63 C 0 $220K
18 29316 Boiling Springs 55 C 0 $228K
19 29320 Arcadia 53 D 0 $79K
20 29324 Clifton 53 D 0
21 29329 Converse 53 D 0
22 29333 Drayton 53 D 0
23 29335 Enoree 53 D 0 $121K
24 29336 Fairforest 53 D 0
25 29338 Fingerville 53 D 0
26 29346 Glendale 53 D 0 $94K
27 29348 Gramling 53 D 0
28 29375 Reidville 53 D 0 $242K
29 29377 Startex 53 D 0 $10K
30 29378 Una 53 D 0
31 29385 Wellford 53 D 0 $207K
32 29386 White Stone 53 D 0

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Overview

Spartanburg County in South Carolina covers 32 ZIP codes with an average Home Safety Score of C (64/100).

9 of 32 ZIP codes have recorded EPA violations. 10 health-based violations have been documented.

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Data Sources

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is water safe in Spartanburg County?
Spartanburg 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 Spartanburg County?
Spartanburg County is served by 12 public water systems that supply drinking water to residents across 32 ZIP codes.
What is the biggest environmental risk in Spartanburg County?
The primary environmental risk factor in Spartanburg County is flood. This contributes to an estimated additional annual cost of $693 per homeowner.
How old are homes in Spartanburg County?
The median home build year in Spartanburg County is 1982. 57.7% of homes were built before 1978, which means they may contain lead-based paint and older plumbing materials.
How does Spartanburg County compare to South Carolina?
Spartanburg County has an average water safety score of 64/100, which is below the South Carolina state average of 78/100.

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