Jackson County, West Virginia
12 ZIP codes · Avg score 63/100 · Grade C · Updated 2026-06-03
Current EPA records place Jackson County in the middle tier for drinking water safety, with 12 ZIP codes showing a range of outcomes.
How Jackson County Compares
How Jackson County Compares
Jackson County scores 1 points below the West Virginia state average (64/100) and 5 points below the national average (68/100).
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-03
ZIP Code Risk Map
Water Quality Map: Jackson County, West Virginia
Each dot represents a ZIP code. Color indicates water quality grade. Tap a dot for details.
Key Risk Factors
Health risk index: 16.9 (asthma 12.2%, diabetes 16.9%)
Estimated additional annual cost per homeowner: $926, driven primarily by flood
Infrastructure: 0.426% avg pipe failure probability, 73% of ZIPs at high risk
49.7% of homes built before 1978 (lead paint era)
Violation History (2022–2024)
→ Stable trendEPA violation counts by year across Jackson County water systems. Health-based shown in red, total in blue.
Peak year: 2024 with 2 violations. Past 5 years: 4 total (4 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: $926
Bar widths proportional to share of total annual risk cost. Source: compound risk model (FEMA, EPA, USGS).
Housing Age Distribution
13,440 housing units in Jackson 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 Jackson County
Remediation costs are relatively manageable for most homeowners in Jackson 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 Jackson 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 Jackson County ranked by EPA violation count.
| # | Water System | Population | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Cottageville Public Service District | 3,230 | 49 |
| 2 | SOUTHERN JACKSON COUNTY P S D | 6,070 | 33 |
| 3 | Southern Jackson County Public Service District Route 33 | 164 | 33 |
| 4 | City of Ripley | 5,420 | 24 |
| 5 | Northern Jackson County Public Service District | 2,506 | 23 |
9 total water systems serve Jackson County.
All ZIP Codes in Jackson County
12 ZIP codes tracked in Jackson County.
| # | ZIP Code | City | Safety Score | Grade | Violations | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 25275 | Sandyville | 78 | B | 0 | $150K |
| 2 | 26164 | Ravenswood | 69 | C | 23 (3 health) | $137K |
| 3 | 25239 | Cottageville | 68 | C | 2 | $161K |
| 4 | 25124 | Liberty | 63 | C | 0 | $142K |
| 5 | 25244 | Gay | 63 | C | 0 | $104K |
| 6 | 25245 | Given | 63 | C | 0 | $146K |
| 7 | 25248 | Kenna | 63 | C | 9 | $188K |
| 8 | 25262 | Millwood | 63 | C | 0 | $135K |
| 9 | 25271 | Ripley | 59 | C | 24 | $157K |
| 10 | 25241 | Evans | 55 | C | 0 | $224K |
| 11 | 25231 | Advent | 53 | D | 0 | — |
| 12 | 25264 | Mount Alto | 53 | D | 0 | $187K |
Recommended Buyer Guides for Jackson County
Filtered against federal data, fitted to local risks.
- Best Under-Sink Reverse Osmosis Systems — Multi-contaminant removal at the kitchen tap
- 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 Jackson County, West Virginia
Overview
Jackson County in West Virginia covers 12 ZIP codes with an average Home Safety Score of C (63/100).
4 of 12 ZIP codes have recorded EPA violations. 3 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.