Shenandoah County, Virginia
11 ZIP codes · Avg score 51/100 · Grade D · Updated 2026-06-03
Water safety in Shenandoah County ranks low — 11 ZIP codes, persistent health-based violations on record.
How Shenandoah County Compares
How Shenandoah County Compares
Shenandoah County scores 15 points below the Virginia state average (66/100) and 17 points below the national average (68/100).
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-03
ZIP Code Risk Map
Water Quality Map: Shenandoah County, Virginia
Each dot represents a ZIP code. Color indicates water quality grade. Tap a dot for details.
Key Risk Factors
Health risk index: 14.6 (asthma 10.9%, diabetes 14.1%)
Estimated additional annual cost per homeowner: $2,960, driven primarily by sea_level
Infrastructure: 0.36% avg pipe failure probability, 30% of ZIPs at high risk
58.3% of homes built before 1978 (lead paint era)
Violation History (2021–2025)
↑ Worsening trendEPA violation counts by year across Shenandoah County water systems. Health-based shown in red, total in blue.
Peak year: 2024 with 36 violations. Past 5 years: 68 total (68 health-based). Health-based violations are rising versus the prior 2-year window — worth closer monitoring.
Source: EPA SDWIS historical violations. Data may lag 6–12 months for the most recent year.
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: $2,960
Bar widths proportional to share of total annual risk cost. Source: compound risk model (FEMA, EPA, USGS).
Housing Age Distribution
15,979 housing units in Shenandoah 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 Shenandoah County
Remediation costs are relatively manageable for most homeowners in Shenandoah 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 Shenandoah 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 Shenandoah County ranked by EPA violation count.
| # | Water System | Population | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Stoney Creek Sanitary District | 2,578 | 22 |
| 2 | Toms Brook-maurertown Sanitary District | 1,548 | 17 |
| 3 | WOODSTOCK, TOWN OF | 5,955 | 17 |
| 4 | Leisure Point | 43 | 17 |
| 5 | MOUNT JACKSON, TOWN OF | 1,864 | 5 |
14 total water systems serve Shenandoah County.
All ZIP Codes in Shenandoah County
11 ZIP codes tracked in Shenandoah County.
| # | ZIP Code | City | Safety Score | Grade | Violations | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 22641 | Strasburg | 68 | C | 2 (2 health) | $219K |
| 2 | 22824 | Edinburg | 60 | C | 0 | $269K |
| 3 | 22842 | Mount Jackson | 60 | C | 5 | $207K |
| 4 | 22654 | Star Tannery | 53 | D | 0 | $384K |
| 5 | 22660 | Toms Brook | 53 | D | 0 | $246K |
| 6 | 22847 | Quicksburg | 53 | D | 0 | $240K |
| 7 | 22664 | Woodstock | 47 | D | 17 (12 health) | $283K |
| 8 | 22644 | Maurertown | 45 | D | 0 | $285K |
| 9 | 22626 | Fishers Hill | 40 | D | 0 | — |
| 10 | 22652 | Fort Valley | 40 | D | 0 | $325K |
| 11 | 22844 | New Market | 40 | D | 0 | $263K |
Recommended Buyer Guides for Shenandoah County
Methodologically, the recommendation order reflects severity in the federal record: contaminants flagged in EPA detection records for this county outrank generic water concerns, FEMA-confirmed hazard ratings shift emergency-related categories upward, and CDC lead-exposure markers govern when lead-test kits and certified filters appear at the top of the list.
- Best Water Filters for Lead — Lead above EPA action level in 1 ZIP code
- Best Lead Paint Test Kits — 58.3% of homes built before 1978
- Best Under-Sink Reverse Osmosis Systems — Multi-contaminant removal at the kitchen tap
- Best Radon Test Kits — EPA Radon Zone 1 (highest risk) dominant in county
Deep Dive Reports
Detailed analysis for Shenandoah County, Virginia
Overview
Shenandoah County in Virginia covers 11 ZIP codes with an average Home Safety Score of D (51/100).
3 of 11 ZIP codes have recorded EPA violations. 14 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.
What You Can Do
Shenandoah County has a grade of D. Here are steps to protect your household.
Test your tap water
Order a certified lab test kit ($20-$50) to check for lead, bacteria, and other contaminants specific to your ZIP code.
Consider a certified water filter
NSF-certified filters can remove most common contaminants. 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 details exactly what was found in your water supply.
Check for lead in your home
58.3% of homes in this county were built before 1978. Older plumbing and solder can leach lead into drinking water, especially in the morning.