Jackson, GA 30233

11 water systems • 228,228 residents

Moderate water quality - consider filtration

C

Score: 54/100

Graded on EPA violations, contaminants, severity, compliance, and enforcement history. See methodology.

Data updated June 2026 • Sources: EPA ECHO and EPA Envirofacts

26

Contaminants Detected

633

Violations on Record

85

Health-Based Violations

0

Recent Violations

Grade Breakdown

Contaminant Count0 / 25
Violation History18 / 25
Contaminant Severity15 / 25
System Compliance0 / 15
Enforcement History0 / 10
Total Score54%

54 / 100 points

Recommended Water Filters

  • ✓Point-of-Use Carbon Filter (NSF-certified for lead)
  • ✓Reverse Osmosis or Ion Exchange Filter
  • ✓Ultraviolet (UV) Purification
  • ✓Activated Carbon Filter (disinfection byproducts)
Compare filter types in our Filter Guide →

Consult a water quality specialist for personalized recommendations.

Jackson vs GA & National Average

Detected Contaminants

26 contaminants detected across water systems serving this ZIP code

ContaminantCategory
NitrateAgricultural
Nitrate-NitriteAgricultural
Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)Disinfection Byproduct
TTHMDisinfection Byproduct
Antimony, TotalHeavy Metal
ArsenicHeavy Metal
BariumHeavy Metal
Beryllium, TotalHeavy Metal
CadmiumHeavy Metal
ChromiumHeavy Metal
Lead and Copper RuleHeavy Metal
LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONSHeavy Metal
MercuryHeavy Metal
NickelHeavy Metal
SeleniumHeavy Metal
Thallium, TotalHeavy Metal
CYANIDEInorganic
FluorideInorganic
Coliform (TCR)Microorganism
E. COLIMicroorganism
Revised Total Coliform RuleMicroorganism
Consumer Confidence RuleOther
Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment RuleOther
Combined Radium (-226 and -228)Radiological
Combined UraniumRadiological
Gross Alpha, Excl. Radon and URadiological

Water System Information

Systems Serving This ZIP:
MIDDLE GEORGIA STATE UNIVERSITY, SOPERTON, NEWTON PLANTATION, NEWBORN WATER SYSTEM, CORINTH WOODS SUBDIVISION +5 more
Population Served:
228,228
Systems With Violations:
11 of 11
Major Violations:
272
Enforcement Actions:
625

Nearby Areas

30216

Flovilla • 7.5 mi away

A

30248

Locust Grove • 8.6 mi away

C

30055

Mansfield • 13.4 mi away

B

30253

Mcdonough • 13.5 mi away

C

30257

Milner • 15.9 mi away

C

30014

Covington • 16.3 mi away

D

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the grade mean?

Our A–F grade ranks this ZIP code's water quality against every other analyzed ZIP in the country, based on EPA data. A = among the best, F = among the most troubled.

Is my tap water safe to drink?

Water systems regulated by the EPA must comply with Safe Drinking Water Act standards. However, if you're concerned about water quality, consider a water filter appropriate for your contaminants.

How often is the data updated?

We update our data quarterly with the latest EPA ECHO and Envirofacts data. Historical violations are tracked to identify patterns.

What filters do you recommend?

Filter recommendations are based on detected contaminants in your area. See our Filter Guide for detailed information about different filter types.