Salem City, Virginia
3 ZIP codes · Avg score 50/100 · Grade D
ZipCheckup grade for Salem City: D.
Federal records show several conditions worth reviewing.
Scoring toward the bottom of the scale, Salem City's grade averages ZIP-level results; open any of its 3 ZIP reports for the details.
How Salem City Compares
How Salem City Compares
Salem City scores 25 points below the Virginia state average (75/100) and 23 points below the national average (73/100).
Data: ZipCheckup Home Safety Score model 4.0.0; EPA SDWIS, UCMR 5, EPA radon zones, EPA AirData
Key Risk Factors
Health risk index: 13 (asthma 10.8%, diabetes 12%)
Modeled additional annual cost estimate per homeowner: $1,163, largest modeled factor: Flood
City Health Indicators vs National Average
Black markers indicate national averages. Source: CDC PLACES, Census ACS.
Infrastructure Overview
Modeled area-level indicator, not a failure probability. Sources: Census ACS housing age, EPA DWINSA infrastructure needs, EPA SDWIS violations, and EPA lead indicators.
Compound Risk Breakdown
Estimated additional annual cost per homeowner: $1,163
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 City
Modeled remediation costs in Salem City can be compared with the median property value; actual costs vary by property.
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 City residents
Black markers = national averages. Red = above national avg. Green = below. Source: CDC PLACES, Census ACS.
Water systems mapped to Salem City ZIP codes
2 community water systems mapped to Salem City ZIP codes; EPA may list more systems serving the city.
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All ZIP Codes in Salem City
3 ZIP codes tracked in Salem City.
| # | ZIP Code | City | Safety Score | Grade | Violations | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 24153 | Salem | 50 | D | 0 | $251K |
| 2 | 24155 | Roanoke | — | — | — | |
| 3 | 24157 | Roanoke | — | — | — |
Recommended Buyer Guides for Salem City
The mix of guides changes from county to county.
- Best Radon Test Kits — EPA Radon Zone 1 (highest risk) dominant in city
- 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 Salem City, Virginia
Overview
Salem City in Virginia covers 3 tracked ZIP records with an average Home Safety Score of D (50/100) across 1 scored records.
The available EPA record reports 0 violations for 1 ZIP code with a reported violation count.
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Data Sources
- Water quality: EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS)
- PFAS screening: EPA UCMR 5
- Radon zones: EPA Map of Radon Zones
- Air quality: EPA AirData annual AQI
- Home values: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (median estimates by ZCTA)
Reporting periods vary by source. Missing data is shown as unavailable, not as zero.
What You Can Do
Salem City has an average Home Safety grade of D across its scored ZIP records. Here are steps to protect your household.
Test your tap water
Ask a certified laboratory which tests it offers for lead, bacteria, and other contaminants relevant to your home; a $20-$50 kit may cover only certain contaminants.
Consider a certified water filter
NSF/ANSI-certified filters reduce the specific contaminants listed on their certification. Match the filter to your test results for best protection. Try our filter matcher
Contact your water utility
Request the latest Consumer Confidence Report (CCR) from your water provider. It reports monitored contaminants detected in the utility's water and related compliance information.