Scott County, Tennessee
6 ZIP codes · Avg score 78/100 · Grade B · Updated 2026-06-03
Water systems in Scott County serve 6 ZIP codes with few reported safety events.
How Scott County Compares
How Scott County Compares
Scott County scores 9 points above the Tennessee state average (69/100) and 10 points above the national average (68/100).
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-03
ZIP Code Risk Map
Water Quality Map: Scott County, Tennessee
Each dot represents a ZIP code. Color indicates water quality grade. Tap a dot for details.
Key Risk Factors
Health risk index: 17.7 (asthma 11.8%, diabetes 16.4%)
Estimated additional annual cost per homeowner: $493, driven primarily by wildfire
Infrastructure: 0.233% avg pipe failure probability
41.8% 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: $493
Bar widths proportional to share of total annual risk cost. Source: compound risk model (FEMA, EPA, USGS).
Housing Age Distribution
10,560 housing units in Scott 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 Scott County
Remediation costs are relatively manageable for most homeowners in Scott 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 Scott 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 Scott County ranked by EPA violation count.
| # | Water System | Population | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | ONEIDA W&S COMM | 10,688 | 0 |
| 2 | Huntsville Utility District | 12,516 | 0 |
| 3 | Anderson County Water Authority | 25,700 | 0 |
| 4 | CARYVILLE-JACKSBORO UTILITIES COMMISSION | 11,060 | 0 |
| 5 | JELLICO UTILITIES AUTHORITY | 5,056 | 0 |
All ZIP Codes in Scott County
6 ZIP codes tracked in Scott County.
| # | ZIP Code | City | Safety Score | Grade | Violations | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 37756 | Huntsville | 99 | A | 0 | $96K |
| 2 | 37841 | Oneida | 99 | A | 0 | $147K |
| 3 | 37847 | Pioneer | 73 | B | 0 | $109K |
| 4 | 37755 | Helenwood | 66 | C | 0 | $111K |
| 5 | 37852 | Robbins | 66 | C | 0 | $109K |
| 6 | 37892 | Winfield | 66 | C | 0 | $112K |
Recommended Buyer Guides for Scott County
Four sources — EPA, NSF, FEMA, CDC — drive the match.
- Best HEPA Air Purifiers for Wildfire Smoke — Wildfire is the top compound risk factor
Deep Dive Reports
Detailed analysis for Scott County, Tennessee
Overview
Scott County in Tennessee covers 6 ZIP codes with an average Home Safety Score of B (78/100).
No EPA violations recorded across any tracked ZIP codes in Scott County.
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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.