COUNTY REPORT TN

Bradley County, Tennessee

9 ZIP codes · Avg score 59/100 · Grade C · Updated 2026-06-03

The systems supplying Bradley County's 9 ZIP codes vary in performance — most meet minimum standards, but violations in select areas are on record.

How Bradley County Compares

Bradley County59/100
Tennessee avg69/100
National avg68/100

How Bradley County Compares

C
County Grade
59/100
Avg Safety Score
9
ZIP Codes
7
Water Systems

Bradley County scores 10 points below the Tennessee state average (69/100) and 9 points below the national average (68/100).

Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-03

C
County Grade
59
Avg Safety Score
9
ZIP Codes
Best ZIP: 37310 (70/100)
Lowest ZIP: 37353 (40/100)
$219K
Median Home Value
$2,133
Avg Remediation (98% of home value)

ZIP Code Risk Map

Water Quality Map: Bradley County, Tennessee

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: 15.1 (asthma 10.8%, diabetes 13.6%)

Estimated additional annual cost per homeowner: $899, driven primarily by flood

Infrastructure: 0.234% avg pipe failure probability

47.7% of homes built before 1978 (lead paint era)

County Health Indicators vs National Average

Asthma 10.8% (national: 8.9%)
Diabetes 13.6% (national: 10.5%)
Obesity 41.7% (national: 32.4%)

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

Infrastructure Overview

1983
Median Build Year
47.7%
Pre-1978 Housing
23%
Pipe Failure Probability
0%
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: $899

Flood $622/yr
Energy Code Gap $210/yr
Water / Lead $33/yr

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

Housing Age Distribution

46,129 housing units in Bradley County

Pre-1940 4%
1940–1959 9%
1960–1979 28%
1980–1999 31%
2000+ 27%

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 Bradley County

$219K
Median Home Value
$2,133
Est. Remediation Cost
1.0%
of Home Value
Remediation as % of home value low burden

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

Asthma 10.8% (US avg: 8.9%)
Diabetes 13.6% (US avg: 11%)
Obesity 41.7% (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 Bradley County ranked by EPA violation count.

# Water System Population Violations
1 Cleveland Utilities 95,087 6
2 Ocoee Utility District 21,082 5
3 Hiwassee Utility Commission 25 5
4 SAVANNAH VALLEY U.D. 30,571 3
5 Eastside Utility District 57,939 2

7 total water systems serve Bradley County.

All ZIP Codes in Bradley County

9 ZIP codes tracked in Bradley County.

# ZIP Code City Safety Score Grade Violations Home Value
1 37310 Charleston 70 B 0 $223K
2 37323 Cleveland 68 C 1 $214K
3 37364 Cleveland 68 C 1
4 37336 Georgetown 66 C 1 $216K
5 37320 Cleveland 64 C 1
6 37311 Cleveland 58 C 1 $206K
7 37312 Cleveland 58 C 1 $271K
8 37316 Conasauga 40 D 0
9 37353 Mc Donald 40 D 0 $221K

Recommended Buyer Guides for Bradley County

Strictly editorial — no paid placements influence which guides appear; the selection draws on NSF certifications and EPA detection records for water systems serving this county.

Overview

Bradley County in Tennessee covers 9 ZIP codes with an average Home Safety Score of C (59/100).

6 of 9 ZIP codes have recorded EPA violations. All violations are monitoring/reporting type.

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Data Sources

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is water safe in Bradley County?
Bradley 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 Bradley County?
Bradley County is served by 7 public water systems that supply drinking water to residents across 9 ZIP codes.
What is the biggest environmental risk in Bradley County?
The primary environmental risk factor in Bradley County is flood. This contributes to an estimated additional annual cost of $899 per homeowner.
How old are homes in Bradley County?
The median home build year in Bradley County is 1983. 47.7% of homes were built before 1978, which means they may contain lead-based paint and older plumbing materials.
How does Bradley County compare to Tennessee?
Bradley County has an average water safety score of 59/100, which is below the Tennessee state average of 69/100.

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