Bristol County, Virginia
5 ZIP codes · Avg score 66/100 · Grade C · Updated 2026-06-03
Water systems across Bristol County's 5 ZIP codes produce average compliance results overall — pockets with documented violations exist, and the variation between areas makes ZIP-level lookup the most useful tool for residents here.
How Bristol County Compares
How Bristol County Compares
Bristol County scores 0 points above the Virginia state average (66/100) and 2 points below the national average (68/100).
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-03
ZIP Code Risk Map
Water Quality Map: Bristol County, Virginia
Each dot represents a ZIP code. Color indicates water quality grade. Tap a dot for details.
Key Risk Factors
Health risk index: 15.4 (asthma 11.3%, diabetes 14.8%)
Estimated additional annual cost per homeowner: $806, driven primarily by flood
Infrastructure: 0.294% avg pipe failure probability, 20% of ZIPs at high risk
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: $806
Bar widths proportional to share of total annual risk cost. Source: compound risk model (FEMA, EPA, USGS).
Water Safety Affordability
How much it costs to fix water issues relative to home values in Bristol County
Remediation costs are relatively manageable for most homeowners in Bristol 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 Bristol County residents
Black markers = national averages. Red = above national avg. Green = below. Source: CDC PLACES, Census ACS.
Water Systems with Most Violations
Top 3 systems in Bristol County ranked by EPA violation count.
| # | Water System | Population | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Bvu Authority | 20,000 | 15 |
| 2 | Clear Creek | 150 | 15 |
| 3 | Washington County Service Authority | 47,574 | 6 |
All ZIP Codes in Bristol County
5 ZIP codes tracked in Bristol County.
| # | ZIP Code | City | Safety Score | Grade | Violations | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 24202 | Bristol | 69 | C | 3 | $195K |
| 2 | 24203 | Bristol | 65 | C | 3 | — |
| 3 | 24205 | Bristol | 65 | C | 3 | — |
| 4 | 24209 | Bristol | 65 | C | 3 | — |
| 5 | 24201 | Bristol | 64 | C | 3 | $161K |
Recommended Buyer Guides for Bristol County
Editorial-only picks, screened against the EPA detections on file.
- Best Radon Test Kits — EPA Radon Zone 1 (highest risk) dominant in county
- 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 Bristol County, Virginia
Overview
Bristol County in Virginia covers 5 ZIP codes with an average Home Safety Score of C (66/100).
5 of 5 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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