2026 Rankings

Worst ZIP Codes for Homebuyers in Georgia — 2026

Last updated: July 19, 2026

964 ZIP codes ranked by Purchase Risk #1: ZIP 30070 (Porterdale, GA) - 53/100
Lead Violations Lowest Score Safest Flood Risk Energy Cost Radon PFAS Reliability EJ Index Homebuyer Risk CO & Gas Safest Gas Remediation Burden Unresolved Violations (by Utility) Water Equity (by Utility)

Out of 964 ZIP codes with data in Georgia, these are the highest-ranked areas for purchase risk. See also: National Worst ZIP Codes for Homebuyers — Hidden Risk Factors | All Georgia Rankings

Statistic Value
ZIP codes ranked 964
Highest value 53/100
Median value 28/100
State Georgia

Top 100 Worst ZIP Codes

Rank ZIP Code City State Purchase Risk Safety Score
1 30070 Porterdale GA 53/100 62/100
2 30327 Atlanta GA 52/100 49/100
3 30336 Atlanta GA 52/100 64/100
4 31520 Brunswick GA 52/100 79/100
5 39870 Newton GA 52/100 76/100
6 31201 Macon GA 51/100 81/100
7 31602 Valdosta GA 51/100 60/100
8 31701 Albany GA 51/100 79/100
9 31057 Marshallville GA 50/100 89/100
10 31327 Sapelo Island GA 50/100 95/100
11 31406 Savannah GA 50/100 67/100
12 30337 Atlanta GA 49/100 54/100
13 30539 East Ellijay GA 49/100 63/100
14 30828 Warrenton GA 49/100 69/100
15 31404 Savannah GA 49/100 72/100
16 31415 Savannah GA 49/100 72/100
17 31648 Statenville GA 49/100 66/100
18 31832 Weston GA 49/100 83/100
19 30305 Atlanta GA 47/100 49/100
20 30339 Atlanta GA 47/100 49/100
21 30521 Carnesville GA 47/100 72/100
22 30552 Lakemont GA 47/100 58/100
23 31408 Savannah GA 47/100 77/100
24 31606 Valdosta GA 47/100 70/100
25 31698 Valdosta GA 47/100 66/100
26 39815 Attapulgus GA 47/100 55/100
27 30414 Bellville GA 46/100 93/100
28 30742 Fort Oglethorpe GA 46/100 70/100
29 30810 Gibson GA 46/100 87/100
30 31059 Milledgeville GA 46/100 66/100
31 31062 Milledgeville GA 46/100 66/100
32 31405 Savannah GA 46/100 72/100
33 31601 Valdosta GA 46/100 65/100
34 31603 Valdosta GA 46/100 66/100
35 31604 Valdosta GA 46/100 70/100
36 31763 Leesburg GA 46/100 78/100
37 30015 Covington GA 45/100 67/100
38 30309 Atlanta GA 45/100 54/100
39 30436 Lyons GA 45/100 70/100
40 31401 Savannah GA 45/100 77/100
41 31519 Broxton GA 45/100 72/100
42 30023 Alpharetta GA 44/100 48/100
43 30230 Hogansville GA 44/100 77/100
44 30257 Milner GA 44/100 63/100
45 30303 Atlanta GA 44/100 64/100
46 30310 Atlanta GA 44/100 59/100
47 30311 Atlanta GA 44/100 54/100
48 30314 Atlanta GA 44/100 59/100
49 30342 Atlanta GA 44/100 49/100
50 30344 Atlanta GA 44/100 54/100
51 30753 Trion GA 44/100 86/100
52 31076 Reynolds GA 44/100 68/100
53 31410 Savannah GA 44/100 72/100
54 31650 Willacoochee GA 44/100 46/100
55 31803 Buena Vista GA 44/100 66/100
56 31816 Manchester GA 44/100 78/100
57 30106 Austell GA 43/100 52/100
58 30340 Atlanta GA 43/100 71/100
59 30341 Atlanta GA 43/100 71/100
60 30448 Nunez GA 43/100 96/100
61 30514 Blairsville GA 43/100 74/100
62 30631 Crawfordville GA 43/100 85/100
63 30648 Lexington GA 43/100 71/100
64 30901 Augusta GA 43/100 71/100
65 31206 Macon GA 43/100 76/100
66 31705 Albany GA 43/100 79/100
67 31779 Pelham GA 43/100 65/100
68 31792 Thomasville GA 43/100 76/100
69 30170 Roopville GA 42/100 66/100
70 30410 Ailey GA 42/100 84/100
71 30633 Danielsville GA 42/100 59/100
72 30673 Washington GA 42/100 79/100
73 30807 Camak GA 42/100 66/100
74 30824 Thomson GA 42/100 70/100
75 30904 Augusta GA 42/100 66/100
76 31061 Milledgeville GA 42/100 70/100
77 31064 Monticello GA 42/100 82/100
78 31087 Sparta GA 42/100 94/100
79 31204 Macon GA 42/100 76/100
80 31548 Kingsland GA 42/100 78/100
81 31632 Hahira GA 42/100 69/100
82 31730 Camilla GA 42/100 83/100
83 31827 Talbotton GA 42/100 78/100
84 30077 Roswell GA 41/100 58/100
85 30212 Experiment GA 41/100 68/100
86 30291 Union City GA 41/100 50/100
87 30306 Atlanta GA 41/100 71/100
88 30315 Atlanta GA 41/100 54/100
89 30354 Atlanta GA 41/100 59/100
90 30446 Newington GA 41/100 94/100
91 30473 Uvalda GA 41/100 72/100
92 30536 Ellijay GA 41/100 67/100
93 30815 Hephzibah GA 41/100 75/100
94 31085 Shady Dale GA 41/100 65/100
95 31328 Tybee Island GA 41/100 80/100
96 39840 Cuthbert GA 41/100 92/100
97 30012 Conyers GA 40/100 64/100
98 30092 Norcross GA 40/100 61/100
99 30220 Grantville GA 40/100 57/100
100 30324 Atlanta GA 40/100 54/100

Methodology

The Home Purchase Risk Score combines environmental hazards that create unexpected costs for homebuyers: water system violations requiring filtration, lead service lines requiring replacement, radon requiring mitigation systems, flood zones requiring insurance, and aging infrastructure requiring upgrades. These are factors that standard home inspections may not fully capture.

Data sources: EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS), FEMA National Flood Insurance Program, EPA radon zone maps, EIA electricity rates, and Consumer Confidence Reports. Last updated: 2026-07-19.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Home Purchase Risk Score?

This score (0-100) estimates the hidden environmental costs a homebuyer may face: water filtration needs, lead pipe replacement, radon mitigation, flood insurance, and infrastructure upgrades. Higher scores mean more potential unexpected expenses after purchase.

What should homebuyers do in high-risk ZIP codes?

Request a water quality test, check for lead service lines with the utility, test for radon before closing, verify FEMA flood zone designation, and factor in potential remediation costs ($5,000-$30,000+) to your budget.

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Disclaimer: Rankings are based on EPA, FEMA, and federal agency data. They reflect historical patterns and risk indicators, not necessarily current conditions. For the most current information, contact your local water utility or request a Consumer Confidence Report.

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