King and Queen County, Virginia
9 ZIP codes · Avg score 75/100 · Grade B · Updated 2026-07-19
ZipCheckup grade for King and Queen: B.
This ZIP looks solid, with a few items worth a quick check.
King and Queen County maintains reliable drinking water quality across all 9 of its tracked ZIP codes.
How King and Queen County Compares
How King and Queen County Compares
King and Queen County scores 9 points above the Virginia state average (66/100) and 7 points above the national average (68/100).
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-07-19
ZIP Code Risk Map
Water Quality Map: King and Queen 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 11.2%, diabetes 16.1%)
Estimated additional annual cost per homeowner: $3,637, driven primarily by sea_level
Infrastructure: 0.347% avg pipe failure probability, 13% of ZIPs at high risk
48.3% 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: $3,637
Bar widths proportional to share of total annual risk cost. Source: compound risk model (FEMA, EPA, USGS).
Housing Age Distribution
3,017 housing units in King and Queen 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 King and Queen County
Remediation costs are relatively manageable for most homeowners in King and Queen 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 King and Queen County residents
Black markers = national averages. Red = above national avg. Green = below. Source: CDC PLACES, Census ACS.
Water systems serving King and Queen County
3 community water systems serving King and Queen County.
- B
- C
- A
Systems with the most violations in King and Queen County
1 water system with recorded EPA violations.
- A
All ZIP Codes in King and Queen County
9 ZIP codes tracked in King and Queen County.
| # | ZIP Code | City | Safety Score | Grade | Violations | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 23177 | Walkerton | 98 | A | 2 | $192K |
| 2 | 23156 | Shacklefords | 90 | A | 0 | $216K |
| 3 | 23085 | King And Queen Court House | 73 | B | 0 | — |
| 4 | 23091 | Little Plymouth | 73 | B | 0 | $217K |
| 5 | 23110 | Mattaponi | 73 | B | 0 | $242K |
| 6 | 23148 | Saint Stephens Church | 73 | B | 0 | $202K |
| 7 | 23023 | Bruington | 66 | C | 0 | $285K |
| 8 | 23161 | Stevensville | 66 | C | 0 | — |
| 9 | 23190 | Woods Cross Roads | 66 | C | 0 | — |
Recommended Buyer Guides for King and Queen 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.
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Deep Dive Reports
Detailed analysis for King and Queen County, Virginia
Overview
King and Queen County in Virginia covers 9 ZIP codes with an average Home Safety Score of B (75/100).
1 of 9 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)
Updated daily.