Mecklenburg County, Virginia
14 ZIP codes · Avg score 68/100 · Grade C · Updated 2026-06-04
Spanning 14 ZIP codes, Mecklenburg County lands near the national median for water safety — compliance results are mixed, and the county's middle-grade standing reflects genuine variability rather than a single systemic problem.
How Mecklenburg County Compares
How Mecklenburg County Compares
Mecklenburg County scores 2 points above the Virginia state average (66/100) and 0 points above the national average (68/100).
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-04
ZIP Code Risk Map
Water Quality Map: Mecklenburg County, Virginia
Each dot represents a ZIP code. Color indicates water quality grade. Tap a dot for details.
Key Risk Factors
Health risk index: 16.6 (asthma 11.5%, diabetes 18.6%)
Estimated additional annual cost per homeowner: $1,557, driven primarily by sea_level
Infrastructure: 0.328% avg pipe failure probability, 14% of ZIPs at high risk
59% 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: $1,557
Bar widths proportional to share of total annual risk cost. Source: compound risk model (FEMA, EPA, USGS).
Housing Age Distribution
20,860 housing units in Mecklenburg 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 Mecklenburg County
Remediation costs are relatively manageable for most homeowners in Mecklenburg 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 Mecklenburg 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 Mecklenburg County ranked by EPA violation count.
| # | Water System | Population | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Chase City,town of | 2,242 | 3 |
| 2 | Clarksville, Town of | 1,400 | 3 |
| 3 | Buffalo Creek Estates | 250 | 2 |
| 4 | ROANOKE RIVER SERVICE AUTHORITY | 3,525 | 0 |
| 5 | LA CROSSE, TOWN OF | 850 | 0 |
8 total water systems serve Mecklenburg County.
All ZIP Codes in Mecklenburg County
14 ZIP codes tracked in Mecklenburg County.
| # | ZIP Code | City | Safety Score | Grade | Violations | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 23917 | Boydton | 83 | B | 0 | $176K |
| 2 | 23919 | Bracey | 83 | B | 0 | $261K |
| 3 | 23927 | Clarksville | 83 | B | 1 | $264K |
| 4 | 23950 | La Crosse | 83 | B | 0 | $188K |
| 5 | 23924 | Chase City | 82 | B | 3 | $123K |
| 6 | 24529 | Buffalo Junction | 71 | B | 2 (1 health) | $167K |
| 7 | 23970 | South Hill | 69 | C | 0 | $158K |
| 8 | 24580 | Nelson | 63 | C | 0 | $108K |
| 9 | 24598 | Virgilina | 63 | C | 0 | $154K |
| 10 | 23845 | Ebony | 53 | D | 0 | $275K |
| 11 | 23893 | White Plains | 53 | D | 0 | $156K |
| 12 | 23915 | Baskerville | 53 | D | 0 | $138K |
| 13 | 23968 | Skipwith | 53 | D | 0 | $101K |
| 14 | 23976 | Wylliesburg | 53 | D | 0 | — |
Recommended Buyer Guides for Mecklenburg County
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- Best Lead Paint Test Kits — 59% of homes built before 1978
Deep Dive Reports
Detailed analysis for Mecklenburg County, Virginia
Overview
Mecklenburg County in Virginia covers 14 ZIP codes with an average Home Safety Score of C (68/100).
3 of 14 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)
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