Richmond County, Virginia
36 ZIP codes · Avg score 91/100 · Grade A · Updated 2026-06-03
Water systems in Richmond County serve 36 ZIP codes with few reported safety events.
How Richmond County Compares
How Richmond County Compares
Richmond County scores 25 points above the Virginia state average (66/100) and 23 points above the national average (68/100).
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-03
ZIP Code Risk Map
Water Quality Map: Richmond County, Virginia
Each dot represents a ZIP code. Color indicates water quality grade. Tap a dot for details.
Key Risk Factors
Health risk index: 12.9 (asthma 11.4%, diabetes 13%)
Estimated additional annual cost per homeowner: $3,887, driven primarily by sea_level
Infrastructure: 0.352% avg pipe failure probability, 29% 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: $3,887
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 Richmond County
Remediation costs are relatively manageable for most homeowners in Richmond 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 Richmond 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 Richmond County ranked by EPA violation count.
| # | Water System | Population | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | City of Richmond, | 229,395 | 160 |
| 2 | Founders Bridge | 980 | 160 |
| 3 | Tilmans Farm | 437 | 160 |
| 4 | Cedar Crest | 338 | 160 |
| 5 | Scots Landing | 183 | 160 |
12 total water systems serve Richmond County.
All ZIP Codes in Richmond County
36 ZIP codes tracked in Richmond County.
| # | ZIP Code | City | Safety Score | Grade | Violations | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 23273 | Henrico | 99 | A | 0 | — |
| 2 | 23058 | Glen Allen | 97 | A | 4 | — |
| 3 | 23232 | Richmond | 95 | A | 5 | — |
| 4 | 23241 | Richmond | 95 | A | 5 | — |
| 5 | 23249 | Richmond | 95 | A | 5 | — |
| 6 | 23269 | Richmond | 95 | A | 5 | — |
| 7 | 23274 | Richmond | 95 | A | 5 | — |
| 8 | 23276 | Richmond | 95 | A | 5 | — |
| 9 | 23278 | Richmond | 95 | A | 5 | — |
| 10 | 23279 | Richmond | 95 | A | 5 | — |
| 11 | 23282 | Richmond | 95 | A | 5 | — |
| 12 | 23284 | Richmond | 95 | A | 5 | — |
| 13 | 23285 | Richmond | 95 | A | 5 | — |
| 14 | 23289 | Richmond | 95 | A | 5 | — |
| 15 | 23290 | Richmond | 95 | A | 5 | — |
| 16 | 23291 | Richmond | 95 | A | 5 | — |
| 17 | 23292 | Richmond | 95 | A | 5 | — |
| 18 | 23293 | Richmond | 95 | A | 5 | — |
| 19 | 23295 | Richmond | 95 | A | 5 | — |
| 20 | 23298 | Richmond | 95 | A | 5 | — |
| 21 | 22572 | Warsaw | 94 | A | 2 | $220K |
| 22 | 23220 | Richmond | 91 | A | 5 | $469K |
| 23 | 23221 | Richmond | 91 | A | 5 | $544K |
| 24 | 23286 | Richmond | 91 | A | 5 | — |
| 25 | 23218 | Richmond | 86 | A | 5 | — |
| 26 | 23222 | Richmond | 86 | A | 5 | $252K |
| 27 | 23227 | Richmond | 86 | A | 5 | $330K |
| 28 | 23230 | Richmond | 86 | A | 5 | $344K |
| 29 | 23234 | Richmond | 86 | A | 5 | $237K |
| 30 | 23235 | Richmond | 86 | A | 5 | $325K |
| 31 | 23260 | Richmond | 86 | A | 5 | — |
| 32 | 23219 | Richmond | 81 | B | 5 | $288K |
| 33 | 23223 | Richmond | 81 | B | 5 | $236K |
| 34 | 23224 | Richmond | 81 | B | 5 | $189K |
| 35 | 23225 | Richmond | 81 | B | 5 | $293K |
| 36 | 22472 | Haynesville | 66 | C | 0 | — |
Recommended Buyer Guides for Richmond 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 Water Filters for Lead — Lead above EPA action level in 1 ZIP code
- Best Under-Sink Reverse Osmosis Systems — Multi-contaminant removal at the kitchen tap
Deep Dive Reports
Detailed analysis for Richmond County, Virginia
Overview
Richmond County in Virginia covers 36 ZIP codes with an average Home Safety Score of A (91/100).
34 of 36 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.