Anderson County, Tennessee
8 ZIP codes · Avg score 55/100 · Grade C · Updated 2026-06-03
Anderson County: 8 ZIP codes, mid-range safety grade.
How Anderson County Compares
How Anderson County Compares
Anderson County scores 14 points below the Tennessee state average (69/100) and 13 points below the national average (68/100).
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-03
ZIP Code Risk Map
Water Quality Map: Anderson County, Tennessee
Each dot represents a ZIP code. Color indicates water quality grade. Tap a dot for details.
Key Risk Factors
Health risk index: 15.5 (asthma 10.7%, diabetes 14.1%)
Estimated additional annual cost per homeowner: $748, driven primarily by energy_code_gap
Infrastructure: 0.34% avg pipe failure probability, 25% of ZIPs at high risk
60.3% of homes built before 1978 (lead paint era)
Violation History (2022–2024)
→ Stable trendEPA violation counts by year across Anderson County water systems. Health-based shown in red, total in blue.
Peak year: 2024 with 4 violations. Past 5 years: 8 total (8 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: $748
Bar widths proportional to share of total annual risk cost. Source: compound risk model (FEMA, EPA, USGS).
Housing Age Distribution
33,114 housing units in Anderson 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 Anderson County
Remediation costs are relatively manageable for most homeowners in Anderson 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 Anderson 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 Anderson County ranked by EPA violation count.
| # | Water System | Population | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Anderson County Water Authority | 25,700 | 45 |
| 2 | Clinton Utilities Board | 18,772 | 26 |
| 3 | OLIVER SPRINGS WATER BOARD | 5,361 | 21 |
| 4 | West Knox Utility District | 77,825 | 17 |
| 5 | Rocky Top Water Department | 1,963 | 15 |
13 total water systems serve Anderson County.
All ZIP Codes in Anderson County
8 ZIP codes tracked in Anderson County.
| # | ZIP Code | City | Safety Score | Grade | Violations | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 37830 | Oak Ridge | 69 | C | 4 (1 health) | $235K |
| 2 | 37828 | Norris | 66 | C | 0 | $307K |
| 3 | 37831 | Oak Ridge | 65 | C | 4 (1 health) | — |
| 4 | 37710 | Briceville | 53 | D | 0 | $83K |
| 5 | 37716 | Clinton | 51 | D | 13 | $221K |
| 6 | 37769 | Lake City | 51 | D | 15 | $193K |
| 7 | 37717 | Clinton | 48 | D | 13 | — |
| 8 | 37705 | Andersonville | 40 | D | 0 | $311K |
Recommended Buyer Guides for Anderson County
Independent picks. EPA-grounded. Matched here.
- Best Lead Paint Test Kits — 60.3% of homes built before 1978
- Best Radon Test Kits — EPA Radon Zone 1 (highest risk) dominant in county
Deep Dive Reports
Detailed analysis for Anderson County, Tennessee
Overview
Anderson County in Tennessee covers 8 ZIP codes with an average Home Safety Score of C (55/100).
5 of 8 ZIP codes have recorded EPA violations. 2 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.