Lynchburg County, Virginia
8 ZIP codes · Avg score 80/100 · Grade B · Updated 2026-07-19
ZipCheckup grade for Lynchburg: B.
This ZIP looks solid, with a few items worth a quick check.
Throughout Lynchburg County, the 8 monitored ZIP codes show low violation rates and healthy safety scores - a pattern that puts the county well above the state baseline for drinking water quality.
How Lynchburg County Compares
How Lynchburg County Compares
Lynchburg County scores 14 points above the Virginia state average (66/100) and 12 points above the national average (68/100).
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-07-19
ZIP Code Risk Map
Water Quality Map: Lynchburg County, Virginia
Each dot represents a ZIP code. Color indicates water quality grade. Tap a dot for details.
Key Risk Factors
Health risk index: 12.1 (asthma 11.7%, diabetes 11%)
Estimated additional annual cost per homeowner: $1,338, driven primarily by flood
Infrastructure: 0.372% avg pipe failure probability, 38% 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: $1,338
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 Lynchburg County
Remediation costs are relatively manageable for most homeowners in Lynchburg 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 Lynchburg County residents
Black markers = national averages. Red = above national avg. Green = below. Source: CDC PLACES, Census ACS.
Water systems serving Lynchburg County
6 community water systems serving Lynchburg County.
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All ZIP Codes in Lynchburg County
8 ZIP codes tracked in Lynchburg County.
| # | ZIP Code | City | Safety Score | Grade | Violations | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 24504 | Lynchburg | 83 | B | 0 | $183K |
| 2 | 24506 | Lynchburg | 83 | B | 0 | — |
| 3 | 24514 | Lynchburg | 83 | B | 0 | — |
| 4 | 24515 | Lynchburg | 83 | B | 0 | — |
| 5 | 24501 | Lynchburg | 78 | B | 0 | $156K |
| 6 | 24503 | Lynchburg | 78 | B | 0 | $321K |
| 7 | 24505 | Lynchburg | 78 | B | 0 | — |
| 8 | 24502 | Lynchburg | 73 | B | 0 | $214K |
Recommended Buyer Guides for Lynchburg County
Four sources - EPA, NSF, FEMA, CDC - drive the match.
- 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 Lynchburg County, Virginia
Overview
Lynchburg County in Virginia covers 8 ZIP codes with an average Home Safety Score of B (80/100).
No EPA violations are recorded for the tracked water systems in Lynchburg County as of the latest reporting period.
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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.