Clay County, Alabama
6 ZIP codes · Avg score 59/100 · Grade C · Updated 2026-06-03
Monitoring figures for Clay County indicate average water quality overall — some ZIP codes among the 6 tracked have recorded health-based violations, while others operate cleanly, making individual ZIP-level data the most actionable reference point.
How Clay County Compares
How Clay County Compares
Clay County scores 14 points below the Alabama state average (73/100) and 9 points below the national average (68/100).
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-03
ZIP Code Risk Map
Water Quality Map: Clay County, Alabama
Each dot represents a ZIP code. Color indicates water quality grade. Tap a dot for details.
Key Risk Factors
Health risk index: 16.6 (asthma 10.4%, diabetes 16.5%)
Estimated additional annual cost per homeowner: $305, driven primarily by energy_code_gap
Infrastructure: 0.318% avg pipe failure probability, 17% of ZIPs at high risk
57.8% 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: $305
Bar widths proportional to share of total annual risk cost. Source: compound risk model (FEMA, EPA, USGS).
Housing Age Distribution
7,170 housing units in Clay 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 Clay County
Remediation costs are relatively manageable for most homeowners in Clay 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 Clay County residents
Black markers = national averages. Red = above national avg. Green = below. Source: CDC PLACES, Census ACS.
Water Systems with Most Violations
Top 5 systems in Clay County ranked by EPA violation count.
| # | Water System | Population | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Hollins Water Authority | 1,269 | 4 |
| 2 | Ashland Water & Sewer Board | 2,925 | 2 |
| 3 | LINEVILLE WATER WORKS BOARD | 3,420 | 2 |
| 4 | Randolph County Water & Sewer Authority | 10,290 | 2 |
| 5 | Wedowee Water, Sewer, & Gas Board | 7,782 | 2 |
8 total water systems serve Clay County.
All ZIP Codes in Clay County
6 ZIP codes tracked in Clay County.
| # | ZIP Code | City | Safety Score | Grade | Violations | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 36251 | Ashland | 66 | C | 0 | $158K |
| 2 | 36266 | Lineville | 65 | C | 2 | $185K |
| 3 | 36267 | Millerville | 65 | C | 2 (1 health) | — |
| 4 | 35082 | Hollins | 64 | C | 4 | — |
| 5 | 36258 | Delta | 53 | D | 0 | $102K |
| 6 | 36255 | Cragford | 40 | D | 0 | $141K |
Recommended Buyer Guides for Clay County
Editorial-only picks, screened against the EPA detections on file.
- Best Lead Paint Test Kits — 57.8% of homes built before 1978
- Best Radon Test Kits — EPA Radon Zone 1 (highest risk) dominant in county
Deep Dive Reports
Detailed analysis for Clay County, Alabama
Overview
Clay County in Alabama covers 6 ZIP codes with an average Home Safety Score of C (59/100).
3 of 6 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.