Montgomery, AL Water Safety: 80/100 (2026)
35 ZIP codes · 5 water systems · Updated 2026-06-03
Across Montgomery, EPA monitoring data shows low violation rates and healthy safety margins — a pattern that places the city well above AL's average for drinking water compliance across recent reporting cycles.
How Montgomery Compares
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-03
Water Quality Map: Montgomery, AL
Each dot represents a ZIP code. Color indicates water quality grade. Tap a dot for details.
Score Distribution
Safety grade breakdown for Montgomery's 35 ZIP codes.
Key Facts for Montgomery Residents
- Average lead level: 0.0053 mg/L.
- Estimated remediation: $897 per household.
- CDC health risk index: 15.11 — above typical levels.
Montgomery's Water Providers
Residential water in Montgomery, AL is supplied by 3 separate utilities — not one centralized authority. Each of those providers operates under its own service territory boundary, maintains its own distribution infrastructure, and files compliance documentation with the EPA on its own timeline. Federal data counts 5 water systems in the area, with these providers collectively accounting for the dominant share of household connections.
Overview
We track water quality and home safety data for 35 ZIP codes in Montgomery, Alabama, covering 5 community water systems serving approximately 205,921 people.
No EPA violations recorded across any ZIP codes in Montgomery — an excellent indicator of water quality.
Home Safety Score
Average Home Safety Score for Montgomery: B (80/100)
The score combines three factors:
| Factor | What It Measures |
|---|---|
| Water Quality | EPA violations and compliance history |
| Lead Levels | 90th percentile lead concentration vs EPA action level |
| Radon Risk | EPA radon zone classification |
Water Sources
Montgomery water systems draw from: Groundwater, Surface water.
Lead & Copper
- Average lead level (90th percentile): 0.0053 mg/L (EPA action level: 0.015 mg/L)
- 0 ZIP codes exceed the EPA lead action level
Radon Risk
Dominant radon zone: Zone 2 (Moderate Risk)
- Zone 1 (High): 0 ZIP codes
- Zone 2 (Moderate): 35 ZIP codes
- Zone 3 (Low): 0 ZIP codes
The EPA recommends testing homes in Zone 1 and Zone 2 areas for radon.
Areas with No Violations
| ZIP Code | Safety Score | System | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| 36101 | B | Montgomery (ww&ssb of the City of) | 276,000 |
| 36102 | B | Montgomery (ww&ssb of the City of) | 276,000 |
| 36103 | B | Montgomery (ww&ssb of the City of) | 276,000 |
| 36104 | B | Montgomery (ww&ssb of the City of) | 276,000 |
| 36105 | B | Montgomery (ww&ssb of the City of) | 276,000 |
| 36106 | B | Montgomery (ww&ssb of the City of) | 276,000 |
| 36107 | B | Montgomery (ww&ssb of the City of) | 276,000 |
| 36108 | B | Montgomery (ww&ssb of the City of) | 276,000 |
| 36109 | B | Montgomery (ww&ssb of the City of) | 276,000 |
| 36110 | B | Montgomery (ww&ssb of the City of) | 276,000 |
All ZIP Codes in Montgomery
- 36101 [B]
- 36102 [B]
- 36103 [B]
- 36104 [B]
- 36105 [B]
- 36106 [B]
- 36107 [B]
- 36108 [B]
- 36109 [B]
- 36110 [B]
- 36111 [B]
- 36112 [B]
- 36113 [B]
- 36114 [B]
- 36115 [B]
- 36116 [B]
- 36117 [B]
- 36118 [B]
- 36119 [B]
- 36120 [B]
- 36121 [B]
- 36123 [B]
- 36124 [B]
- 36125 [B]
- 36130 [B]
- 36131 [B]
- 36132 [B]
- 36133 [B]
- 36134 [B]
- 36135 [B]
- 36140 [B]
- 36141 [B]
- 36142 [B]
- 36177 [B]
- 36191 [B]
Data Sources
- Water quality: EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS)
- Lead/copper: EPA Lead and Copper Rule sampling data
- Radon: EPA Map of Radon Zones
Updated daily.
Montgomery Community Health Snapshot
Source: CDC PLACES (County-level estimates). Water contamination can correlate with respiratory and chronic health conditions.
Compared to National Average
Vertical line = national average. ■ Above national · ■ Below national
How Remediation Costs Compare in Montgomery
Setting Montgomery remediation figures against its property market, the resulting ratio sits comfortably in the low tier — a classification that reflects the kind of household financial position where most homeowners can identify documented issues, schedule the work, and absorb the cost without it registering as a significant budget disruption.
Remediation costs in Montgomery are relatively low compared to home values. The $331–$1,529 estimated range is a small fraction of median property value. Home values are 18% below the Alabama average.
Montgomery: Lead Risk & Vulnerable Populations
Why children are most at risk: The CDC states there is no safe level of lead exposure for children. Children under 6 absorb lead more readily than adults, and even low levels can cause developmental delays, learning difficulties, and behavioral problems.
Lead risk in Montgomery appears low overall, but individual homes may differ. Testing is the only way to confirm your water's lead content.
Sources: EPA Lead and Copper Rule, U.S. Census Bureau ACS, CDC childhood lead poisoning prevention guidelines.
Montgomery: Flood History & Water Damage Risk
Montgomery's flood exposure sits in the moderate range: 419 NFIP claims on record and 34% of ZIP codes within FEMA-designated flood zones. Residents with private wells or older infrastructure have reasonable grounds to factor flood timing into their water quality awareness.
Montgomery has a moderate flood history with 419 FEMA claims averaging $15,709 per payout. 34% of ZIP codes fall within FEMA flood zones. Flood events can contaminate drinking water and overwhelm treatment systems.
How flooding affects water quality: Flood events can introduce sewage, agricultural runoff, and industrial chemicals into water supplies. Even after floodwaters recede, contamination can persist in wells and aging infrastructure. Flood damage can add significantly to the estimated <strong>$897</strong> remediation cost per household.
Residents in flood-prone areas should consider flood insurance even outside FEMA zones — over 25% of flood claims come from low-to-moderate risk areas. After any flood event, test your water before drinking.
Source: FEMA National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) claims data, FEMA flood zone designations.
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