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Worst ZIP Codes for Homebuyers in Virginia — 2026

Last updated: July 19, 2026

1,228 ZIP codes ranked by Purchase Risk #1: ZIP 22664 (Woodstock, VA) - 62/100
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 1,228 ZIP codes with data in Virginia, these are the highest-ranked areas for purchase risk. See also: National Worst ZIP Codes for Homebuyers — Hidden Risk Factors | All Virginia Rankings

Statistic Value
ZIP codes ranked 1,228
Highest value 62/100
Median value 29/100
State Virginia

Top 100 Worst ZIP Codes

Rank ZIP Code City State Purchase Risk Safety Score
1 22664 Woodstock VA 62/100 47/100
2 24016 Roanoke VA 62/100 57/100
3 22853 Timberville VA 61/100 64/100
4 23109 Mathews VA 61/100 68/100
5 24011 Roanoke VA 60/100 62/100
6 24013 Roanoke VA 60/100 57/100
7 22611 Berryville VA 59/100 44/100
8 24422 Clifton Forge VA 59/100 59/100
9 24426 Covington VA 59/100 50/100
10 24015 Roanoke VA 58/100 57/100
11 24136 Pembroke VA 58/100 64/100
12 24612 Doran VA 58/100 45/100
13 24014 Roanoke VA 57/100 52/100
14 24127 New Castle VA 57/100 55/100
15 24167 Staffordsville VA 57/100 53/100
16 23424 Rescue VA 56/100 70/100
17 24366 Rocky Gap VA 56/100 51/100
18 22733 Rapidan VA 55/100 82/100
19 23022 Bremo Bluff VA 55/100 61/100
20 23408 Marionville VA 55/100 73/100
21 23440 Tangier VA 55/100 84/100
22 23868 Lawrenceville VA 55/100 60/100
23 24017 Roanoke VA 55/100 52/100
24 24239 Davenport VA 55/100 63/100
25 24540 Danville VA 55/100 57/100
26 24604 Bishop VA 55/100 53/100
27 22980 Waynesboro VA 54/100 51/100
28 23219 Richmond VA 54/100 81/100
29 24058 Belspring VA 54/100 53/100
30 24225 Cleveland VA 54/100 51/100
31 24245 Dungannon VA 54/100 67/100
32 24277 Pennington Gap VA 54/100 56/100
33 24541 Danville VA 54/100 57/100
34 24656 Vansant VA 54/100 73/100
35 24657 Whitewood VA 54/100 53/100
36 22847 Quicksburg VA 53/100 53/100
37 23130 Onemo VA 53/100 60/100
38 23163 Susan VA 53/100 60/100
39 24168 Stanleytown VA 53/100 53/100
40 24237 Dante VA 53/100 45/100
41 24641 Richlands VA 53/100 60/100
42 22646 Millwood VA 52/100 53/100
43 22842 Mount Jackson VA 52/100 60/100
44 23417 Onancock VA 52/100 78/100
45 23508 Norfolk VA 52/100 75/100
46 23605 Newport News VA 52/100 79/100
47 23825 Blackstone VA 52/100 57/100
48 24613 Falls Mills VA 52/100 53/100
49 24635 Pocahontas VA 52/100 53/100
50 22307 Alexandria VA 51/100 60/100
51 22657 Strasburg VA 51/100 63/100
52 22831 Hinton VA 51/100 45/100
53 23045 Diggs VA 51/100 60/100
54 24093 Glen Lyn VA 51/100 62/100
55 24557 Gretna VA 51/100 61/100
56 24634 Pilgrims Knob VA 51/100 53/100
57 22727 Madison VA 50/100 55/100
58 22747 Washington VA 50/100 77/100
59 22851 Stanley VA 50/100 63/100
60 22949 Lovingston VA 50/100 72/100
61 23056 Foster VA 50/100 65/100
62 23427 Saxis VA 50/100 65/100
63 23480 Wachapreague VA 50/100 65/100
64 23661 Hampton VA 50/100 79/100
65 24055 Bassett VA 50/100 58/100
66 24282 Saint Charles VA 50/100 45/100
67 24382 Wytheville VA 50/100 61/100
68 24416 Buena Vista VA 50/100 54/100
69 24651 Tazewell VA 50/100 61/100
70 22630 Front Royal VA 49/100 50/100
71 22811 Bergton VA 49/100 53/100
72 23224 Richmond VA 49/100 81/100
73 23827 Boykins VA 49/100 73/100
74 23930 Crewe VA 49/100 56/100
75 24089 Fieldale VA 49/100 40/100
76 24112 Martinsville VA 49/100 54/100
77 24124 Narrows VA 49/100 61/100
78 24134 Pearisburg VA 49/100 55/100
79 24290 Weber City VA 49/100 61/100
80 24439 Goshen VA 49/100 65/100
81 24543 Danville VA 49/100 62/100
82 24544 Danville VA 49/100 62/100
83 22428 Bowling Green VA 48/100 65/100
84 22835 Luray VA 48/100 60/100
85 23503 Norfolk VA 48/100 75/100
86 23664 Hampton VA 48/100 74/100
87 24430 Craigsville VA 48/100 65/100
88 20135 Bluemont VA 47/100 57/100
89 22644 Maurertown VA 47/100 45/100
90 22743 Syria VA 47/100 63/100
91 22973 Stanardsville VA 47/100 59/100
92 23066 Gwynn VA 47/100 60/100
93 23128 North VA 47/100 60/100
94 23314 Carrollton VA 47/100 65/100
95 23507 Norfolk VA 47/100 80/100
96 23669 Hampton VA 47/100 74/100
97 23803 Petersburg VA 47/100 56/100
98 24012 Roanoke VA 47/100 57/100
99 24153 Salem VA 47/100 55/100
100 24301 Pulaski VA 47/100 61/100

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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