COUNTY REPORT TN

Trousdale County, Tennessee

1 ZIP code · Avg score 53/100 · Grade D · Updated 2026-06-04

While Trousdale County's situation varies by ZIP, its 1 ZIP code collectively fall below the state average — addressing specific concerns starts with checking the system that serves a given address.

How Trousdale County Compares

Trousdale County53/100
Tennessee avg69/100
National avg68/100

How Trousdale County Compares

D
County Grade
53/100
Avg Safety Score
1
ZIP Codes
4
Water Systems

Trousdale County scores 16 points below the Tennessee state average (69/100) and 15 points below the national average (68/100).

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

D
County Grade
53
Avg Safety Score
1
ZIP Codes
Only ZIP: 37074
$256K
Median Home Value
$3,000
Avg Remediation (117% of home value)

Key Risk Factors

Health risk index: 13.9 (asthma 10.6%, diabetes 11.7%)

Estimated additional annual cost per homeowner: $870, driven primarily by flood

Infrastructure: 0.36% avg pipe failure probability

47% of homes built before 1978 (lead paint era)

Violation History (2022–2025)

↑ Worsening trend

EPA violation counts by year across Trousdale County water systems. Health-based shown in red, total in blue.

2022
1 (1 health)
2023
2 (2 health)
2024
4 (4 health)
2025
2 (2 health)

Peak year: 2024 with 4 violations. Past 5 years: 9 total (9 health-based). Health-based violations are rising versus the prior 2-year window — worth closer monitoring.

Source: EPA SDWIS historical violations. Data may lag 6–12 months for the most recent year.

County Health Indicators vs National Average

Asthma 10.6% (national: 8.9%)
Diabetes 11.7% (national: 10.5%)
Obesity 39.1% (national: 32.4%)

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

Infrastructure Overview

1982
Median Build Year
47%
Pre-1978 Housing
36%
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: $870

Flood $600/yr
Energy Code Gap $270/yr

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

Housing Age Distribution

3,399 housing units in Trousdale County

Pre-1940 8%
1940–1959 8%
1960–1979 24%
1980–1999 26%
2000+ 34%

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 Trousdale County

$256K
Median Home Value
$3,000
Est. Remediation Cost
1.2%
of Home Value
Remediation as % of home value low burden

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

Asthma 10.6% (US avg: 8.9%)
Diabetes 11.7% (US avg: 11%)
Obesity 39.1% (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 4 systems in Trousdale County ranked by EPA violation count.

# Water System Population Violations
1 Hartsville-trousdale W&s U.d. 10,562 7
2 Wilson Company Water & Wastewater 22,680 7
3 Lafayette Water System 21,551 7
4 Castalian Springs-bethpage U.d. 14,184 7

All ZIP Codes in Trousdale County

1 ZIP code tracked in Trousdale County.

# ZIP Code City Safety Score Grade Violations Home Value
1 37074 Hartsville 53 D 7 (3 health) $256K

Recommended Buyer Guides for Trousdale County

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Overview

Trousdale County in Tennessee covers 1 ZIP code with an average Home Safety Score of D (53/100).

1 of 1 ZIP code have recorded EPA violations. 3 health-based violations have been documented.

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Data Sources

Updated daily.

What You Can Do

Trousdale County has a grade of D. Here are steps to protect your household.

1

Test your tap water

Order a certified lab test kit ($20-$50) to check for lead, bacteria, and other contaminants specific to your ZIP code.

2

Consider a certified water filter

NSF-certified filters can remove most common contaminants. Match the filter to your test results for best protection. Try our filter matcher

3

Contact your water utility

Request the latest Consumer Confidence Report (CCR) from your water provider. It details exactly what was found in your water supply.

4

Check for lead in your home

47% of homes in this county were built before 1978. Older plumbing and solder can leach lead into drinking water, especially in the morning.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is water safe in Trousdale County?
Trousdale County receives a grade of D. 1 of 1 ZIP codes have health-based violations. Independent water testing is recommended.
How many water systems serve Trousdale County?
Trousdale County is served by 4 public water systems that supply drinking water to residents across 1 ZIP codes.
What is the biggest environmental risk in Trousdale County?
The primary environmental risk factor in Trousdale County is flood. This contributes to an estimated additional annual cost of $870 per homeowner.
How old are homes in Trousdale County?
The median home build year in Trousdale County is 1982. 47% of homes were built before 1978, which means they may contain lead-based paint and older plumbing materials.
How does Trousdale County compare to Tennessee?
Trousdale County has an average water safety score of 53/100, which is below the Tennessee state average of 69/100.

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