Giles County, Virginia
10 ZIP codes · Avg score 59/100 · Grade C · Updated 2026-06-03
Water systems across Giles County's 10 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 Giles County Compares
How Giles County Compares
Giles County scores 7 points below the Virginia state average (66/100) and 9 points below the national average (68/100).
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-03
ZIP Code Risk Map
Water Quality Map: Giles County, Virginia
Each dot represents a ZIP code. Color indicates water quality grade. Tap a dot for details.
Key Risk Factors
Health risk index: 14.6 (asthma 10.8%, diabetes 13.8%)
Estimated additional annual cost per homeowner: $1,224, driven primarily by flood
Infrastructure: 0.384% avg pipe failure probability, 40% of ZIPs at high risk
63.9% 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: $1,224
Bar widths proportional to share of total annual risk cost. Source: compound risk model (FEMA, EPA, USGS).
Housing Age Distribution
30,869 housing units in Giles 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 Giles County
Remediation costs are relatively manageable for most homeowners in Giles 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 Giles 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 Giles County ranked by EPA violation count.
| # | Water System | Population | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | PEMBROKE, TOWN OF | 1,167 | 24 |
| 2 | Rich Creek, Town of | 960 | 12 |
| 3 | Narrows, Town of | 2,029 | 11 |
| 4 | Pearisburg, Town of | 2,760 | 11 |
| 5 | Hoges Chapel | 1,114 | 8 |
14 total water systems serve Giles County.
All ZIP Codes in Giles County
10 ZIP codes tracked in Giles County.
| # | ZIP Code | City | Safety Score | Grade | Violations | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 24147 | Rich Creek | 66 | C | 1 | $109K |
| 2 | 24060 | Blacksburg | 65 | C | 0 | $412K |
| 3 | 24136 | Pembroke | 64 | C | 10 (1 health) | $163K |
| 4 | 24093 | Glen Lyn | 62 | C | 6 | $113K |
| 5 | 24150 | Ripplemead | 62 | C | 6 | $119K |
| 6 | 24124 | Narrows | 61 | C | 3 | $113K |
| 7 | 24134 | Pearisburg | 55 | C | 8 | $157K |
| 8 | 24086 | Eggleston | 53 | D | 0 | $139K |
| 9 | 24128 | Newport | 53 | D | 0 | $253K |
| 10 | 24167 | Staffordsville | 53 | D | 0 | $159K |
Recommended Buyer Guides for Giles County
Strictly editorial — no paid placements influence which guides appear; the selection draws on NSF certifications and EPA detection records for water systems serving this county.
- Best Lead Paint Test Kits — 63.9% of homes built before 1978
- 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 Giles County, Virginia
Overview
Giles County in Virginia covers 10 ZIP codes with an average Home Safety Score of C (59/100).
6 of 10 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.