Tipton County, Tennessee
8 ZIP codes · Avg score 80/100 · Grade B · Updated 2026-06-03
Across all 8 ZIP codes in Tipton County, tap water consistently meets or exceeds federal safety standards.
How Tipton County Compares
How Tipton County Compares
Tipton County scores 11 points above the Tennessee state average (69/100) and 12 points above the national average (68/100).
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-03
ZIP Code Risk Map
Water Quality Map: Tipton County, Tennessee
Each dot represents a ZIP code. Color indicates water quality grade. Tap a dot for details.
Key Risk Factors
Health risk index: 15.3 (asthma 11.3%, diabetes 14.2%)
Estimated additional annual cost per homeowner: $1,083, driven primarily by flood
Infrastructure: 0.256% avg pipe failure probability
42.1% 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: $1,083
Bar widths proportional to share of total annual risk cost. Source: compound risk model (FEMA, EPA, USGS).
Housing Age Distribution
23,396 housing units in Tipton 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 Tipton County
Remediation costs are relatively manageable for most homeowners in Tipton 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 Tipton 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 Tipton County ranked by EPA violation count.
| # | Water System | Population | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Mason Water Department | 3,642 | 9 |
| 2 | Gallaway Water Department | 1,158 | 9 |
| 3 | Poplar Grove Utility District | 19,599 | 2 |
| 4 | Atoka Water System | 9,197 | 2 |
| 5 | Memphis Light, Gas, & Water | 659,500 | 2 |
9 total water systems serve Tipton County.
All ZIP Codes in Tipton County
8 ZIP codes tracked in Tipton County.
| # | ZIP Code | City | Safety Score | Grade | Violations | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 38049 | Mason | 94 | A | 9 (1 health) | $150K |
| 2 | 38011 | Brighton | 90 | A | 1 | $204K |
| 3 | 38019 | Covington | 90 | A | 0 | $195K |
| 4 | 38004 | Atoka | 80 | B | 1 | $283K |
| 5 | 38058 | Munford | 75 | B | 0 | $225K |
| 6 | 38015 | Burlison | 73 | B | 0 | $178K |
| 7 | 38023 | Drummonds | 73 | B | 0 | $230K |
| 8 | 38071 | Tipton | 66 | C | 0 | — |
Recommended Buyer Guides for Tipton 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 Tipton County, Tennessee
Overview
Tipton County in Tennessee covers 8 ZIP codes with an average Home Safety Score of B (80/100).
3 of 8 ZIP codes have recorded EPA violations. 1 health-based violation 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.