Salem County, Virginia
3 ZIP codes · Avg score 60/100 · Grade C · Updated 2026-06-03
Water systems across Salem County's 3 ZIP codes produce average compliance results overall — pockets with documented violations exist, and the variation between areas makes ZIP-level lookup the most useful tool for residents here.
How Salem County Compares
How Salem County Compares
Salem County scores 6 points below the Virginia state average (66/100) and 8 points below the national average (68/100).
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-03
Key Risk Factors
Health risk index: 13 (asthma 10.8%, diabetes 12%)
Estimated additional annual cost per homeowner: $1,243, driven primarily by flood
Infrastructure: 0.31% avg pipe failure probability
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: $1,243
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 Salem County
Remediation costs are relatively manageable for most homeowners in Salem 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 Salem 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 Salem County ranked by EPA violation count.
| # | Water System | Population | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Western Virginia Water Authority | 182,700 | 8 |
| 2 | Westlake Area Public Water System | 3,525 | 8 |
| 3 | Wvwa Ferrum Water System | 1,996 | 8 |
| 4 | The Waters Edge | 949 | 8 |
| 5 | Ashley Plantation | 875 | 8 |
6 total water systems serve Salem County.
All ZIP Codes in Salem County
3 ZIP codes tracked in Salem County.
| # | ZIP Code | City | Safety Score | Grade | Violations | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 24155 | Roanoke | 63 | C | 4 | — |
| 2 | 24157 | Roanoke | 63 | C | 4 | — |
| 3 | 24153 | Salem | 55 | C | 0 | $251K |
Recommended Buyer Guides for Salem County
Filtered against EPA monitoring data and CDC lead-exposure guidance, the guides below skip the generic catalog and connect directly to the contaminants and hazards on file here.
- 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
Salem County in Virginia covers 3 ZIP codes with an average Home Safety Score of C (60/100).
2 of 3 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.