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Saint Elmo, AL Home Safety: Home Safety 100/100

1 ZIP code · 1 water system · Updated

ZipCheckup grade for Saint Elmo: A.

Checked records flag no major concern; missing data is unknown.

Across Saint Elmo, AL, the overall grade falls in the upper range - a summary score, not a measurement taken at any single tap.

How Saint Elmo Compares

Saint Elmo100/100
Alabama avg72/100
National avg73/100

Data: EPA SDWIS

1
ZIP Codes
1
Water Systems
0
ZIPs Linked to Systems with Violations
A · 100
Avg Safety Score
Zone 3
County Radon Potential (Low)
$500
Est. Remediation

What You Should Know About Saint Elmo Water

  • Average of reported 90th-percentile lead results: 0.0012 mg/L.
  • Homes built before 1986: 61% - older plumbing may contain lead solder.
  • Estimated remediation: $500 per household.
  • Health risk index (ZipCheckup composite of CDC data): 14.59.

Who Supplies Your Water in Saint Elmo

Because water system records on this page are matched to Saint Elmo, AL through ZIP codes rather than street addresses, the single system in the list below reflects that matching, while federal data connect 1 to the area overall. Anyone unsure which utility supplies a home can check the water bill or contact the utility directly.

Overview

We track home safety data for 1 ZIP code in Saint Elmo, Alabama (population ~13), covering 1 community water system serving approximately 10,284 people region-wide. The EPA snapshots used for this build directly map water systems to 1 of 1 ZIP codes.

The available EPA record reports 0 violations for 1 ZIP code with a reported violation count.

Home Safety Score

Average Home Safety Score for Saint Elmo: A (100/100)

Model 4.0.0 uses four measured components across three equally weighted domains. If a required domain is unavailable, no score is published:

Factor What It Measures
Water Quality EPA violations and compliance history
PFAS MCL Screen UCMR 5 testing against the covered federal MCLs
Radon Risk EPA radon zone classification
Annual AQI EPA AirData county-year median with at least 90 observed days

Water Sources

Saint Elmo water systems draw from: Groundwater.

Lead & Copper

  • Average of reported 90th-percentile lead results: 0.0012 mg/L (EPA action level: 0.015 mg/L)
  • 0 of 1 ZIP code with known status exceed the EPA lead action level

Radon Risk

1 of 1 ZIP records with known zones is in EPA Radon Zone 3.

The EPA recommends testing all homes regardless of radon zone. County radon zones cannot replace an in-home radon test.

Areas with No Violations

ZIP Code Safety Score System Population
36568 A St. Elmo-irvington Water Authority 10,284

All ZIP Codes in Saint Elmo

Data Sources

Reporting periods vary by source. Missing data is shown as unavailable, not as zero.

Health Outcomes in Saint Elmo

9.7%
Asthma (US: 9.8%)
16.1%
Diabetes (US: 10.4%)
17.2%
Poor Mental Health (US: 14.8%)

Source: CDC PLACES (County-level estimates). County health indicators are shown for context only and are not linked to this area's water records.

Compared to National Average

Asthma 9.7% ↓
Diabetes 16.1% ↑
Mental Health 17.2% ↑

Vertical line = national average. ■ Above national · ■ Below national

Housing & Infrastructure in Saint Elmo

1985
Median Build Year
61%
Built Before 1986
0%
Built Before 1970
Copper
Likely Pipe Material

With 61% of homes built before 1986, lead solder in plumbing is a potential concern. Federal law banned lead solder in drinking-water plumbing in 1986, but many older homes retain original plumbing.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS).

Housing Age Profile

By Census estimates, roughly half or more of the homes in Saint Elmo were built before 1986; the median build year is 1985.

1985
Median Year Built
61%
Pre-1986 (lead solder era; lead paint banned 1978)
0%
Pre-1970 (Lead Pipes Risk)
Pre-1970 (0%) 1970–1986 (61%) Post-1986 (39%)

Over half of homes in Saint Elmo were built before 1986, when federal law began restricting lead solder in drinking-water plumbing. Older plumbing may leach lead into drinking water, especially with corrosive water chemistry.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS B25034.

Lead Exposure Risk for Children in Saint Elmo

61%
Homes Built Before 1986
0.0012
mg/L average of reported water-system 90th-percentile lead results (the 0.015 action level applies to each system's result, not to this average)

Why children are most at risk: The CDC states that no safe blood lead level in children has been identified. Children under 6 absorb lead more readily than adults, and even low levels can cause developmental delays, learning difficulties, and behavioral problems.

If you have young children or are pregnant, consider testing your home's water - especially if your home was built before 1986.

Sources: EPA Lead and Copper Rule, U.S. Census Bureau ACS, CDC childhood lead poisoning prevention guidelines.

Deep Dive Reports

Detailed analysis for Saint Elmo, AL

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the Home Safety Score mean for Saint Elmo, AL?
Saint Elmo has an average Home Safety Score of 100/100 (Grade A) under ZipCheckup model 4.0.0, an area-level model that draws on EPA water compliance records, PFAS screening, EPA radon zones, and annual EPA air quality data; see the methodology page for how inputs and coverage are handled. The available EPA record reports no violations for ZIP codes with reported counts. Check individual ZIP code reports for component details.
Does Saint Elmo water have lead?
The average of the reported 90th-percentile lead results across the ZIP codes of Saint Elmo is 0.0012 mg/L. The EPA action level of 0.015 mg/L applies to each water system's own 90th percentile, not to this average. EPA's health goal for lead is zero. Lead levels can vary by home - testing is recommended especially in older properties.
How does Saint Elmo compare to Alabama average?
Saint Elmo has an average Home Safety Score of 100/100, which is at or above the Alabama state average of 72/100 for the same model series.
How many water systems serve Saint Elmo?
Our records map 1 water system to 1 ZIP code in Saint Elmo. The related population figure in our data is approximately 13 people; it is not a count of people served citywide.
How much does it cost to fix water issues in Saint Elmo?
Estimated remediation cost per household in Saint Elmo: $500; modeled range $300 to $800. Estimated costs may include filtration, pipe replacement, radon mitigation, or flood protection where applicable.
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APA ZipCheckup. (2026). Saint Elmo, AL Home Safety: Home Safety 100/100. https://zipcheckup.com/cities/al/saint-elmo/
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