Raleigh County, West Virginia
50 ZIP codes · Avg score 61/100 · Grade C · Updated 2026-06-04
The systems supplying Raleigh County's 50 ZIP codes vary in performance — most meet minimum standards, but violations in select areas are on record.
How Raleigh County Compares
How Raleigh County Compares
Raleigh County scores 3 points below the West Virginia state average (64/100) and 7 points below the national average (68/100).
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-04
ZIP Code Risk Map
Water Quality Map: Raleigh 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: 17.5 (asthma 12.6%, diabetes 17.7%)
Estimated additional annual cost per homeowner: $1,259, driven primarily by flood
Infrastructure: 0.518% avg pipe failure probability, 81% of ZIPs at high risk
68.8% of homes built before 1978 (lead paint era)
Violation History (2022–2025)
↑ Worsening trendEPA violation counts by year across Raleigh County water systems. Health-based shown in red, total in blue.
Peak year: 2025 with 107 violations. Past 5 years: 247 total (247 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: $1,259
Bar widths proportional to share of total annual risk cost. Source: compound risk model (FEMA, EPA, USGS).
Housing Age Distribution
36,399 housing units in Raleigh 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 Raleigh County
Remediation costs are relatively manageable for most homeowners in Raleigh 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 Raleigh 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 Raleigh County ranked by EPA violation count.
| # | Water System | Population | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Raleigh County Public Service District Arnett | 6,663 | 99 |
| 2 | Cool Ridge Flat Top Public Service District | 4,190 | 87 |
| 3 | Beckley Water Company | 47,386 | 79 |
| 4 | Raleigh County Mem Airport | 4,587 | 74 |
| 5 | Raleigh County Public Service District Coal City | 3,415 | 72 |
17 total water systems serve Raleigh County.
All ZIP Codes in Raleigh County
50 ZIP codes tracked in Raleigh County.
| # | ZIP Code | City | Safety Score | Grade | Violations | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 25802 | Beckley | 83 | B | 0 | — |
| 2 | 25832 | Daniels | 83 | B | 0 | $196K |
| 3 | 25926 | Beckley | 83 | B | 0 | — |
| 4 | 25044 | Clear Creek | 79 | B | 3 (1 health) | — |
| 5 | 25823 | Coal City | 74 | B | 3 | — |
| 6 | 25801 | Beckley | 73 | B | 0 | $151K |
| 7 | 25825 | Cool Ridge | 70 | B | 2 (1 health) | $134K |
| 8 | 25915 | Rhodell | 67 | C | 7 | — |
| 9 | 25880 | Mount Hope | 65 | C | 3 (2 health) | $109K |
| 10 | 25008 | Artie | 63 | C | 0 | — |
| 11 | 25048 | Colcord | 63 | C | 0 | $38K |
| 12 | 25075 | Eskdale | 63 | C | 0 | $29K |
| 13 | 25140 | Naoma | 63 | C | 0 | $45K |
| 14 | 25174 | Rock Creek | 63 | C | 0 | $67K |
| 15 | 25204 | Twilight | 63 | C | 0 | $39K |
| 16 | 25811 | Amigo | 63 | C | 0 | — |
| 17 | 25817 | Bolt | 63 | C | 0 | — |
| 18 | 25836 | Eccles | 63 | C | 0 | $176K |
| 19 | 25849 | Glen White | 63 | C | 0 | — |
| 20 | 25851 | Harper | 63 | C | 0 | — |
| 21 | 25853 | Helen | 63 | C | 0 | — |
| 22 | 25857 | Josephine | 63 | C | 0 | — |
| 23 | 25873 | Mac Arthur | 63 | C | 0 | $131K |
| 24 | 25906 | Piney View | 63 | C | 0 | — |
| 25 | 25911 | Raleigh | 63 | C | 0 | $46K |
| 26 | 25919 | Skelton | 63 | C | 0 | — |
| 27 | 25927 | Stanaford | 63 | C | 0 | — |
| 28 | 25920 | Slab Fork | 59 | C | 8 (6 health) | — |
| 29 | 25007 | Arnett | 58 | C | 11 (7 health) | $259K |
| 30 | 25813 | Beaver | 58 | C | 6 (5 health) | $148K |
| 31 | 25060 | Dorothy | 55 | C | 0 | — |
| 32 | 25083 | Gallagher | 55 | C | 0 | $57K |
| 33 | 25193 | Sylvester | 55 | C | 0 | $77K |
| 34 | 25209 | Whitesville | 55 | C | 0 | $77K |
| 35 | 25827 | Crab Orchard | 55 | C | 0 | $204K |
| 36 | 25839 | Fairdale | 55 | C | 0 | $71K |
| 37 | 25844 | Glen Daniel | 55 | C | 0 | $68K |
| 38 | 25848 | Glen Rogers | 55 | C | 0 | — |
| 39 | 25062 | Dry Creek | 53 | D | 0 | — |
| 40 | 25180 | Saxon | 53 | D | 0 | $116K |
| 41 | 25843 | Ghent | 53 | D | 0 | $265K |
| 42 | 25860 | Lanark | 53 | D | 0 | — |
| 43 | 25902 | Odd | 53 | D | 8 (6 health) | — |
| 44 | 25921 | Sophia | 53 | D | 61 (36 health) | $100K |
| 45 | 25932 | Surveyor | 53 | D | 0 | — |
| 46 | 25969 | Jumping Branch | 53 | D | 0 | $188K |
| 47 | 25989 | White Oak | 53 | D | 0 | $186K |
| 48 | 25871 | Mabscott | 50 | D | 0 | $86K |
| 49 | 25865 | Lester | 40 | D | 21 (5 health) | $163K |
| 50 | 25918 | Shady Spring | 38 | F | 7 (5 health) | $186K |
Recommended Buyer Guides for Raleigh County
Editorial-only picks, screened against the EPA detections on file.
- Best Water Filters for Lead — Lead above EPA action level in 1 ZIP code
- Best Lead Paint Test Kits — 68.8% 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 Raleigh County, West Virginia
Overview
Raleigh County in West Virginia covers 50 ZIP codes with an average Home Safety Score of C (61/100).
12 of 50 ZIP codes have recorded EPA violations. 74 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.