Kanawha County, West Virginia
52 ZIP codes · Avg score 92/100 · Grade A · Updated 2026-06-04
Based on current EPA data, Kanawha County's 52 ZIP codes maintain an above-average drinking water safety record.
How Kanawha County Compares
How Kanawha County Compares
Kanawha County scores 28 points above the West Virginia state average (64/100) and 24 points above the national average (68/100).
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-04
ZIP Code Risk Map
Water Quality Map: Kanawha 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: 16.3 (asthma 11.9%, diabetes 15.6%)
Estimated additional annual cost per homeowner: $894, driven primarily by flood
Infrastructure: 0.469% avg pipe failure probability, 100% of ZIPs at high risk
Violation History (2021–2025)
↑ Worsening trendEPA violation counts by year across Kanawha County water systems. Health-based shown in red, total in blue.
Peak year: 2025 with 6 violations. Past 5 years: 11 total (11 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: $894
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 Kanawha County
Remediation costs are relatively manageable for most homeowners in Kanawha 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 Kanawha 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 Kanawha County ranked by EPA violation count.
| # | Water System | Population | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | WVAWC-KANAWHA VALLEY DIST | 209,283 | 2457 |
| 2 | Wvawc - Huntington District | 98,647 | 2444 |
| 3 | Wvawc New River Regional Wtr Trtmt Plt | 25,603 | 2444 |
| 4 | Wvawc Bluestone Plant | 20,562 | 2444 |
| 5 | Wvawc Bluefield District | 12,174 | 2444 |
9 total water systems serve Kanawha County.
All ZIP Codes in Kanawha County
52 ZIP codes tracked in Kanawha County.
| # | ZIP Code | City | Safety Score | Grade | Violations | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 25305 | Charleston | 98 | A | 52 (1 health) | — |
| 2 | 25317 | Charleston | 98 | A | 52 (1 health) | — |
| 3 | 25324 | Charleston | 98 | A | 52 (1 health) | — |
| 4 | 25325 | Charleston | 98 | A | 52 (1 health) | — |
| 5 | 25326 | Charleston | 98 | A | 52 (1 health) | — |
| 6 | 25327 | Charleston | 98 | A | 52 (1 health) | — |
| 7 | 25328 | Charleston | 98 | A | 52 (1 health) | — |
| 8 | 25331 | Charleston | 98 | A | 52 (1 health) | — |
| 9 | 25332 | Charleston | 98 | A | 52 (1 health) | — |
| 10 | 25334 | Charleston | 98 | A | 52 (1 health) | — |
| 11 | 25335 | Charleston | 98 | A | 52 (1 health) | — |
| 12 | 25336 | Charleston | 98 | A | 52 (1 health) | — |
| 13 | 25337 | Charleston | 98 | A | 52 (1 health) | — |
| 14 | 25338 | Charleston | 98 | A | 52 (1 health) | — |
| 15 | 25339 | Charleston | 98 | A | 52 (1 health) | — |
| 16 | 25350 | Charleston | 98 | A | 52 (1 health) | — |
| 17 | 25358 | Charleston | 98 | A | 52 (1 health) | — |
| 18 | 25360 | Charleston | 98 | A | 52 (1 health) | — |
| 19 | 25361 | Charleston | 98 | A | 52 (1 health) | — |
| 20 | 25364 | Charleston | 98 | A | 52 (1 health) | — |
| 21 | 25375 | Charleston | 98 | A | 52 (1 health) | — |
| 22 | 25389 | Charleston | 98 | A | 52 (1 health) | — |
| 23 | 25392 | Charleston | 98 | A | 52 (1 health) | — |
| 24 | 25396 | Charleston | 98 | A | 52 (1 health) | — |
| 25 | 25301 | Charleston | 94 | A | 52 (1 health) | $188K |
| 26 | 25303 | Charleston | 94 | A | 52 (1 health) | $168K |
| 27 | 25321 | Charleston | 94 | A | 52 (1 health) | — |
| 28 | 25322 | Charleston | 94 | A | 52 (1 health) | — |
| 29 | 25323 | Charleston | 94 | A | 52 (1 health) | — |
| 30 | 25329 | Charleston | 94 | A | 52 (1 health) | — |
| 31 | 25330 | Charleston | 94 | A | 52 (1 health) | — |
| 32 | 25333 | Charleston | 94 | A | 52 (1 health) | — |
| 33 | 25356 | Charleston | 94 | A | 52 (1 health) | — |
| 34 | 25362 | Charleston | 94 | A | 52 (1 health) | — |
| 35 | 25365 | Charleston | 94 | A | 52 (1 health) | — |
| 36 | 25304 | Charleston | 89 | A | 52 (1 health) | $227K |
| 37 | 25315 | Charleston | 89 | A | 52 (1 health) | $83K |
| 38 | 25357 | Charleston | 89 | A | 52 (1 health) | — |
| 39 | 25302 | Charleston | 84 | B | 52 (1 health) | $149K |
| 40 | 25306 | Charleston | 84 | B | 52 (1 health) | $97K |
| 41 | 25309 | Charleston | 84 | B | 52 (1 health) | $143K |
| 42 | 25311 | Charleston | 84 | B | 52 (1 health) | $113K |
| 43 | 25312 | Charleston | 84 | B | 52 (1 health) | $126K |
| 44 | 25313 | Charleston | 84 | B | 52 (1 health) | $148K |
| 45 | 25314 | Charleston | 84 | B | 52 (1 health) | $244K |
| 46 | 25320 | Charleston | 84 | B | 52 (1 health) | $153K |
| 47 | 25387 | Charleston | 84 | B | 52 (1 health) | $86K |
| 48 | 25177 | Saint Albans | 81 | B | 10 (1 health) | $129K |
| 49 | 25202 | Tornado | 79 | B | 3 | $178K |
| 50 | 25026 | Blue Creek | 66 | C | 0 | — |
| 51 | 25079 | Falling Rock | 65 | C | 0 | — |
| 52 | 25143 | Nitro | 65 | C | 0 | $119K |
Recommended Buyer Guides for Kanawha County
Four sources — EPA, NSF, FEMA, CDC — drive the match.
- 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 Kanawha County, West Virginia
Overview
Kanawha County in West Virginia covers 52 ZIP codes with an average Home Safety Score of A (92/100).
49 of 52 ZIP codes have recorded EPA violations. 48 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.