Wythe County, Virginia
6 ZIP codes · Avg score 56/100 · Grade C · Updated 2026-06-03
Water systems across Wythe County's 6 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 Wythe County Compares
How Wythe County Compares
Wythe County scores 10 points below the Virginia state average (66/100) and 12 points below the national average (68/100).
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-03
ZIP Code Risk Map
Water Quality Map: Wythe County, Virginia
Each dot represents a ZIP code. Color indicates water quality grade. Tap a dot for details.
Key Risk Factors
Health risk index: 15.1 (asthma 11%, diabetes 14.2%)
Estimated additional annual cost per homeowner: $1,017, driven primarily by energy_code_gap
Infrastructure: 0.347% avg pipe failure probability, 17% of ZIPs at high risk
59.8% of homes built before 1978 (lead paint era)
Violation History (2022–2025)
→ Stable trendEPA violation counts by year across Wythe County water systems. Health-based shown in red, total in blue.
Peak year: 2023 with 8 violations. Past 5 years: 15 total (15 health-based).
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: $1,017
Bar widths proportional to share of total annual risk cost. Source: compound risk model (FEMA, EPA, USGS).
Housing Age Distribution
13,922 housing units in Wythe 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 Wythe County
Remediation costs are relatively manageable for most homeowners in Wythe 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 Wythe 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 Wythe County ranked by EPA violation count.
| # | Water System | Population | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | RURAL RETREAT, TOWN OF | 2,500 | 8 |
| 2 | WYTHEVILLE, TOWN OF | 7,804 | 8 |
| 3 | Wythe County East | 5,065 | 7 |
| 4 | Wythe County West | 1,001 | 7 |
| 5 | New River Regional Water Authority | — | 7 |
All ZIP Codes in Wythe County
6 ZIP codes tracked in Wythe County.
| # | ZIP Code | City | Safety Score | Grade | Violations | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 24368 | Rural Retreat | 62 | C | 1 | $163K |
| 2 | 24382 | Wytheville | 61 | C | 7 (6 health) | $167K |
| 3 | 24318 | Ceres | 53 | D | 0 | $49K |
| 4 | 24323 | Crockett | 53 | D | 0 | $146K |
| 5 | 24360 | Max Meadows | 53 | D | 0 | $211K |
| 6 | 24374 | Speedwell | 53 | D | 0 | $91K |
Recommended Buyer Guides for Wythe County
Where county records show a lead exceedance or pre-1978 housing concentration, lead-specific filters and test kits move toward the top of the list.
- Best Lead Paint Test Kits — 59.8% 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 Wythe County, Virginia
Overview
Wythe County in Virginia covers 6 ZIP codes with an average Home Safety Score of C (56/100).
2 of 6 ZIP codes have recorded EPA violations. 6 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.