Tucker County, West Virginia
9 ZIP codes · Avg score 63/100 · Grade C · Updated 2026-07-19
ZipCheckup grade for Tucker: C.
A mixed picture - some signals here are worth your attention.
In recent monitoring cycles, Tucker County's 9 ZIP codes show a split record - several have documented water safety violations.
How Tucker County Compares
How Tucker County Compares
Tucker 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: 2026-07-19
ZIP Code Risk Map
Water Quality Map: Tucker 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 11.9%, diabetes 16.5%)
Estimated additional annual cost per homeowner: $1,644, driven primarily by flood
Infrastructure: 0.6% avg pipe failure probability, 44% of ZIPs at high risk
65.9% of homes built before 1978 (lead paint era)
Violation History (2021–2025)
→ Stable trendEPA violation counts by year across Tucker County water systems. Health-based shown in red, total in blue.
Peak year: 2024 with 21 violations. Past 5 years: 54 total (54 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: $1,644
Bar widths proportional to share of total annual risk cost. Source: compound risk model (FEMA, EPA, USGS).
Housing Age Distribution
5,829 housing units in Tucker 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 Tucker County
Remediation costs are relatively manageable for most homeowners in Tucker 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 Tucker County residents
Black markers = national averages. Red = above national avg. Green = below. Source: CDC PLACES, Census ACS.
Water systems serving Tucker County
8 community water systems serving Tucker County.
- C
- B
- C
- C
- B
- D
Show all 8 water systems
- B
- B
Systems with the most violations in Tucker County
2 water systems with recorded EPA violations.
- B
- B
All ZIP Codes in Tucker County
9 ZIP codes tracked in Tucker County.
| # | ZIP Code | City | Safety Score | Grade | Violations | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 26292 | Thomas | 74 | B | 39 (6 health) | $153K |
| 2 | 26260 | Davis | 70 | B | 31 (1 health) | $206K |
| 3 | 26271 | Hendricks | 69 | C | 24 (6 health) | $111K |
| 4 | 26269 | Hambleton | 63 | C | 0 | $155K |
| 5 | 26283 | Montrose | 63 | C | 0 | $146K |
| 6 | 26289 | Red Creek | 63 | C | 0 | — |
| 7 | 26287 | Parsons | 57 | C | 8 | $125K |
| 8 | 26276 | Kerens | 53 | D | 0 | $154K |
| 9 | 26716 | Eglon | 53 | D | 0 | $156K |
Recommended Buyer Guides for Tucker 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 — 65.9% 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 Tucker County, West Virginia
Overview
Tucker County in West Virginia covers 9 ZIP codes with an average Home Safety Score of C (63/100).
4 of 9 ZIP codes have recorded EPA violations. 13 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.