Butler County, Alabama
4 ZIP codes · Avg score 78/100 · Grade B · Updated 2026-07-19
ZipCheckup grade for Butler: B.
This ZIP looks solid, with a few items worth a quick check.
Unlike many counties its size, Butler County keeps violation rates low - all 4 ZIP codes score at or above the state average for tap water safety, with no systemic concerns flagged in the current data set.
How Butler County Compares
How Butler County Compares
Butler County scores 5 points above the Alabama state average (73/100) and 10 points above the national average (68/100).
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-07-19
Key Risk Factors
Health risk index: 16.8 (asthma 10.9%, diabetes 18.9%)
Estimated additional annual cost per homeowner: $828, driven primarily by sea_level
Infrastructure: 0.343% avg pipe failure probability
65% of homes built before 1978 (lead paint era)
County Health Indicators vs National Average
Black markers indicate national averages. Source: CDC PLACES, Census ACS.
Infrastructure Overview
Sources: Census ACS (housing age), EPA SDWIS (infrastructure risk model), state bridge inspection data.
Compound Risk Breakdown
Estimated additional annual cost per homeowner: $828
Bar widths proportional to share of total annual risk cost. Source: compound risk model (FEMA, EPA, USGS).
Housing Age Distribution
9,576 housing units in Butler County
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS B25034 (Year Structure Built).
Water Safety Affordability
How much it costs to fix water issues relative to home values in Butler County
Remediation costs are relatively manageable for most homeowners in Butler County, representing a small fraction of property value.
Remediation includes water filtration, lead abatement, radon mitigation, and flood protection where applicable. Source: Census ACS, EPA SDWIS.
Health Outcomes vs National Average
CDC PLACES data for Butler County residents
Black markers = national averages. Red = above national avg. Green = below. Source: CDC PLACES, Census ACS.
Water systems serving Butler County
3 community water systems serving Butler County.
- A
- A
- C
Systems with the most violations in Butler County
2 water systems with recorded EPA violations.
- A
- C
All ZIP Codes in Butler County
4 ZIP codes tracked in Butler County.
| # | ZIP Code | City | Safety Score | Grade | Violations | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 36033 | Georgiana | 94 | A | 5 (1 health) | $102K |
| 2 | 36037 | Greenville | 87 | A | 11 | $101K |
| 3 | 36015 | Chapman | 66 | C | 0 | — |
| 4 | 36456 | Mc Kenzie | 66 | C | 0 | $80K |
Recommended Buyer Guides for Butler County
Strictly editorial - no paid placements influence which guides appear; the selection draws on NSF certifications and EPA detection records for water systems serving this county.
- Best Lead Paint Test Kits — 65% of homes built before 1978
Overview
Butler County in Alabama covers 4 ZIP codes with an average Home Safety Score of B (78/100).
2 of 4 ZIP codes have recorded EPA violations. 1 health-based violation have been documented.
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Data Sources
- Water quality: EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS)
- Home values: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (median estimates by ZCTA)
Updated daily.