Lincoln County, West Virginia
20 ZIP codes · Avg score 59/100 · Grade C · Updated 2026-06-04
Monitoring figures for Lincoln County indicate average water quality overall — some ZIP codes among the 20 tracked have recorded health-based violations, while others operate cleanly, making individual ZIP-level data the most actionable reference point.
How Lincoln County Compares
How Lincoln County Compares
Lincoln County scores 5 points below the West Virginia state average (64/100) and 9 points below the national average (68/100).
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-04
ZIP Code Risk Map
Water Quality Map: Lincoln 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: 18.2 (asthma 12.8%, diabetes 17.9%)
Estimated additional annual cost per homeowner: $1,214, driven primarily by flood
Infrastructure: 0.479% avg pipe failure probability, 84% of ZIPs at high risk
56.1% of homes built before 1978 (lead paint era)
Violation History (2023–2025)
→ Stable trendEPA violation counts by year across Lincoln County water systems. Health-based shown in red, total in blue.
Peak year: 2025 with 53 violations. Past 5 years: 85 total (85 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: $1,214
Bar widths proportional to share of total annual risk cost. Source: compound risk model (FEMA, EPA, USGS).
Housing Age Distribution
11,597 housing units in Lincoln 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 Lincoln County
Remediation costs are relatively manageable for most homeowners in Lincoln 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 Lincoln 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 Lincoln County ranked by EPA violation count.
| # | Water System | Population | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lincoln Public Service District | 4,039 | 82 |
| 2 | Lincoln Public Service District - Route 3 | 2,226 | 81 |
| 3 | WVAWC-KANAWHA VALLEY DIST | 209,283 | 73 |
| 4 | Lincoln Public Service District - Lower Municipal Utility District River | 177 | 66 |
| 5 | Branchland Midkiff Public Service District | 3,157 | 23 |
9 total water systems serve Lincoln County.
All ZIP Codes in Lincoln County
20 ZIP codes tracked in Lincoln County.
| # | ZIP Code | City | Safety Score | Grade | Violations | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 25506 | Branchland | 77 | B | 1 (1 health) | $87K |
| 2 | 25521 | Griffithsville | 69 | C | 15 (1 health) | $96K |
| 3 | 25571 | West Hamlin | 69 | C | 7 | $125K |
| 4 | 25081 | Foster | 63 | C | 0 | $166K |
| 5 | 25169 | Ridgeview | 63 | C | 0 | — |
| 6 | 25512 | East Lynn | 63 | C | 0 | $92K |
| 7 | 25529 | Julian | 63 | C | 0 | $78K |
| 8 | 25540 | Midkiff | 63 | C | 0 | $37K |
| 9 | 25559 | Salt Rock | 63 | C | 0 | $125K |
| 10 | 25565 | Spurlockville | 63 | C | 0 | $112K |
| 11 | 25501 | Alkol | 55 | C | 0 | $111K |
| 12 | 25564 | Sod | 55 | C | 0 | $251K |
| 13 | 25573 | Yawkey | 55 | C | 0 | — |
| 14 | 25003 | Alum Creek | 53 | D | 66 (9 health) | $106K |
| 15 | 25009 | Ashford | 53 | D | 0 | $94K |
| 16 | 25142 | Nellis | 53 | D | 0 | — |
| 17 | 25544 | Myra | 53 | D | 0 | $109K |
| 18 | 25567 | Sumerco | 53 | D | 0 | $97K |
| 19 | 25572 | Woodville | 53 | D | 0 | — |
| 20 | 25523 | Hamlin | 50 | D | 0 | $130K |
Recommended Buyer Guides for Lincoln County
Filtered against EPA monitoring data and CDC lead-exposure guidance, the guides below skip the generic catalog and connect directly to the contaminants and hazards on file here.
- Best Lead Paint Test Kits — 56.1% of homes built before 1978
- 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 Lincoln County, West Virginia
Overview
Lincoln County in West Virginia covers 20 ZIP codes with an average Home Safety Score of C (59/100).
4 of 20 ZIP codes have recorded EPA violations. 11 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.