Choctaw County, Alabama
9 ZIP codes · Avg score 75/100 · Grade B · Updated 2026-07-19
ZipCheckup grade for Choctaw: B.
This ZIP looks solid, with a few items worth a quick check.
Water utilities serving Choctaw County's 9 ZIP codes have built a consistent compliance record - the county's above-average grade reflects years of data showing low violation rates and no systemic health concerns.
How Choctaw County Compares
How Choctaw County Compares
Choctaw County scores 2 points above the Alabama state average (73/100) and 7 points above the national average (68/100).
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-07-19
ZIP Code Risk Map
Water Quality Map: Choctaw County, Alabama
Each dot represents a ZIP code. Color indicates water quality grade. Tap a dot for details.
Key Risk Factors
Health risk index: 17.7 (asthma 10.9%, diabetes 20.1%)
Estimated additional annual cost per homeowner: $2,556, driven primarily by sea_level
Infrastructure: 0.39% avg pipe failure probability, 44% of ZIPs at high risk
65.7% of homes built before 1978 (lead paint era)
Violation History (2023–2025)
→ Stable trendEPA violation counts by year across Choctaw County water systems. Health-based shown in red, total in blue.
Peak year: 2024 with 18 violations. Past 5 years: 30 total (30 health-based).
Source: EPA SDWIS historical violations. Data may lag 6–12 months for the most recent year.
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: $2,556
Bar widths proportional to share of total annual risk cost. Source: compound risk model (FEMA, EPA, USGS).
Housing Age Distribution
6,294 housing units in Choctaw 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 Choctaw County
Water safety remediation is a moderate expense relative to home values. Most homeowners can address issues through staged improvements over time.
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 Choctaw County residents
Black markers = national averages. Red = above national avg. Green = below. Source: CDC PLACES, Census ACS.
Water systems serving Choctaw County
6 community water systems serving Choctaw County.
- B
- A
- A
- C
- C
- A
Systems with the most violations in Choctaw County
4 water systems with recorded EPA violations.
- B
- A
- A
- C
All ZIP Codes in Choctaw County
9 ZIP codes tracked in Choctaw County.
| # | ZIP Code | City | Safety Score | Grade | Violations | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 36916 | Pennington | 94 | A | 2 | $83K |
| 2 | 36904 | Butler | 88 | A | 6 (2 health) | $138K |
| 3 | 36912 | Lisman | 88 | A | 5 | $87K |
| 4 | 36919 | Silas | 73 | B | 0 | $97K |
| 5 | 36908 | Gilbertown | 70 | B | 11 (7 health) | $90K |
| 6 | 36910 | Jachin | 66 | C | 0 | — |
| 7 | 36913 | Melvin | 66 | C | 0 | — |
| 8 | 36915 | Needham | 66 | C | 0 | — |
| 9 | 36922 | Ward | 66 | C | 0 | $88K |
Recommended Buyer Guides for Choctaw County
Editorial-only picks, screened against the EPA detections on file.
- Best Lead Paint Test Kits — 65.7% of homes built before 1978
- Best Under-Sink Reverse Osmosis Systems — Multi-contaminant removal at the kitchen tap
Deep Dive Reports
Detailed analysis for Choctaw County, Alabama
Overview
Choctaw County in Alabama covers 9 ZIP codes with an average Home Safety Score of B (75/100).
4 of 9 ZIP codes have recorded EPA violations. 9 health-based violations 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.