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McNairy County, Tennessee

10 ZIP codes · Avg score 62/100 · Grade C · Updated 2026-06-04

The systems supplying McNairy County's 10 ZIP codes vary in performance — most meet minimum standards, but violations in select areas are on record.

How McNairy County Compares

McNairy County62/100
Tennessee avg69/100
National avg68/100

How McNairy County Compares

C
County Grade
62/100
Avg Safety Score
10
ZIP Codes
7
Water Systems

McNairy County scores 7 points below the Tennessee state average (69/100) and 6 points below the national average (68/100).

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

C
County Grade
62
Avg Safety Score
10
ZIP Codes
Best ZIP: 38357 (83/100)
Lowest ZIP: 38393 (53/100)
$142K
Median Home Value
$1,310
Avg Remediation (92% of home value)

ZIP Code Risk Map

Water Quality Map: McNairy 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: 16.9 (asthma 11.4%, diabetes 16.5%)

Estimated additional annual cost per homeowner: $654, driven primarily by flood

Infrastructure: 0.257% avg pipe failure probability

48.6% of homes built before 1978 (lead paint era)

County Health Indicators vs National Average

Asthma 11.4% (national: 8.9%)
Diabetes 16.5% (national: 10.5%)
Obesity 39% (national: 32.4%)

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

Infrastructure Overview

1984
Median Build Year
48.6%
Pre-1978 Housing
26%
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: $654

Flood $300/yr
Energy Code Gap $279/yr
Water / Lead $45/yr

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

Housing Age Distribution

10,636 housing units in McNairy County

Pre-1940 4%
1940–1959 10%
1960–1979 29%
1980–1999 34%
2000+ 23%

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 McNairy County

$142K
Median Home Value
$1,310
Est. Remediation Cost
0.9%
of Home Value
Remediation as % of home value low burden

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

Asthma 11.4% (US avg: 8.9%)
Diabetes 16.5% (US avg: 11%)
Obesity 39% (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 McNairy County ranked by EPA violation count.

# Water System Population Violations
1 SELMER WATER SYSTEM 20,648 7
2 Bethel Springs Water System 944 6
3 MICHIE WATER DEPT 2,825 5
4 Eastview Utility District 2,134 4
5 Adamsville Water System 9,985 2

7 total water systems serve McNairy County.

All ZIP Codes in McNairy County

10 ZIP codes tracked in McNairy County.

# ZIP Code City Safety Score Grade Violations Home Value
1 38357 Michie 83 B 1 $166K
2 38315 Bethel Springs 82 B 2 $129K
3 38375 Selmer 70 B 4 $144K
4 38367 Ramer 63 C 0 $157K
5 38327 Crump 55 C 0 $137K
6 38361 Morris Chapel 55 C 0 $141K
7 38339 Guys 53 D 0 $121K
8 38376 Shiloh 53 D 0
9 38379 Stantonville 53 D 0 $169K
10 38393 Chewalla 53 D 0

Recommended Buyer Guides for McNairy 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

McNairy County in Tennessee covers 10 ZIP codes with an average Home Safety Score of C (62/100).

3 of 10 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 McNairy County?
McNairy 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 McNairy County?
McNairy County is served by 7 public water systems that supply drinking water to residents across 10 ZIP codes.
What is the biggest environmental risk in McNairy County?
The primary environmental risk factor in McNairy County is flood. This contributes to an estimated additional annual cost of $654 per homeowner.
How old are homes in McNairy County?
The median home build year in McNairy County is 1984. 48.6% of homes were built before 1978, which means they may contain lead-based paint and older plumbing materials.
How does McNairy County compare to Tennessee?
McNairy County has an average water safety score of 62/100, which is below the Tennessee state average of 69/100.

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