Sevier County, Tennessee
8 ZIP codes · Avg score 71/100 · Grade B · Updated 2026-06-03
Across Sevier County's 8 ZIP codes, EPA compliance data shows above-average performance — violation rates are minimal, none of the county's systems have triggered health-based MCL exceedances in recent cycles, and the county's scores have stayed above the national baseline across every recent reporting period.
How Sevier County Compares
How Sevier County Compares
Sevier County scores 2 points above the Tennessee state average (69/100) and 3 points above the national average (68/100).
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-03
ZIP Code Risk Map
Water Quality Map: Sevier County, Tennessee
Each dot represents a ZIP code. Color indicates water quality grade. Tap a dot for details.
Key Risk Factors
Health risk index: 15.7 (asthma 10.9%, diabetes 14.8%)
Estimated additional annual cost per homeowner: $1,268, driven primarily by flood
Infrastructure: 0.247% avg pipe failure probability
35.2% 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: $1,268
Bar widths proportional to share of total annual risk cost. Source: compound risk model (FEMA, EPA, USGS).
Housing Age Distribution
48,819 housing units in Sevier 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 Sevier County
Remediation costs are relatively manageable for most homeowners in Sevier 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 Sevier 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 Sevier County ranked by EPA violation count.
| # | Water System | Population | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Sevierville Water System | 39,885 | 11 |
| 2 | Sevier County Water Department | 6,194 | 11 |
| 3 | PIGEON FORGE WATER DEPARTMENT | 14,872 | 8 |
| 4 | Gatlinburg Water Department | 8,877 | 6 |
| 5 | Webb Creek Utility District | 1,737 | 6 |
15 total water systems serve Sevier County.
All ZIP Codes in Sevier County
8 ZIP codes tracked in Sevier County.
| # | ZIP Code | City | Safety Score | Grade | Violations | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 37868 | Pigeon Forge | 81 | B | 1 | — |
| 2 | 37864 | Sevierville | 79 | B | 2 | — |
| 3 | 37862 | Sevierville | 74 | B | 2 | $284K |
| 4 | 37876 | Sevierville | 74 | B | 2 | $258K |
| 5 | 37738 | Gatlinburg | 68 | C | 4 | $275K |
| 6 | 37863 | Pigeon Forge | 66 | C | 1 | $253K |
| 7 | 37753 | Hartford | 63 | C | 0 | $78K |
| 8 | 37764 | Kodak | 63 | C | 0 | $226K |
Recommended Buyer Guides for Sevier County
Editorial-only picks, screened against the EPA detections on file.
- 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 Sevier County, Tennessee
Overview
Sevier County in Tennessee covers 8 ZIP codes with an average Home Safety Score of B (71/100).
6 of 8 ZIP codes have recorded EPA violations. All violations are monitoring/reporting type.
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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)
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