Page County, Virginia
3 ZIP codes · Avg score 63/100 · Grade C · Updated 2026-06-03
Current EPA records place Page County in the middle tier for drinking water safety, with 3 ZIP codes showing a range of outcomes.
How Page County Compares
How Page County Compares
Page County scores 3 points below the Virginia state average (66/100) and 5 points below the national average (68/100).
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-03
Key Risk Factors
Health risk index: 14.8 (asthma 11%, diabetes 14.1%)
Estimated additional annual cost per homeowner: $4,357, driven primarily by flood
Infrastructure: 0.407% avg pipe failure probability, 67% of ZIPs at high risk
68% 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: $4,357
Bar widths proportional to share of total annual risk cost. Source: compound risk model (FEMA, EPA, USGS).
Housing Age Distribution
11,088 housing units in Page 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 Page County
Remediation costs are relatively manageable for most homeowners in Page 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 Page 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 Page County ranked by EPA violation count.
| # | Water System | Population | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Stanley, Town of | 4,185 | 8 |
| 2 | Shenandoah, Town of | 2,378 | 7 |
| 3 | Luray, Town of | 4,794 | 1 |
| 4 | Egypt Bend Estates | 250 | 1 |
| 5 | Page Valley Estates | 120 | 1 |
8 total water systems serve Page County.
All ZIP Codes in Page County
3 ZIP codes tracked in Page County.
| # | ZIP Code | City | Safety Score | Grade | Violations | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 22849 | Shenandoah | 65 | C | 0 | $178K |
| 2 | 22851 | Stanley | 63 | C | 7 (2 health) | $192K |
| 3 | 22835 | Luray | 60 | C | 1 | $246K |
Recommended Buyer Guides for Page County
Below: editorial picks, no sponsored placements.
- Best Lead Paint Test Kits — 68% 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
Overview
Page County in Virginia covers 3 ZIP codes with an average Home Safety Score of C (63/100).
2 of 3 ZIP codes have recorded EPA violations. 2 health-based violations 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.