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
How Spartanburg County Compares
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
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.
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
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: $693
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
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
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
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 | — |
Recommended Buyer Guides for Spartanburg County
Filtered against federal data, fitted to local risks.
- Best Lead Paint Test Kits — 57.7% of homes built before 1978
- Best Under-Sink Reverse Osmosis Systems — Multi-contaminant removal at the kitchen tap
- 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 Spartanburg County, South Carolina
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
- Water quality: EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS)
- Home values: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (median estimates by ZCTA)
Updated daily.