COUNTY REPORT AL

Coosa County, Alabama

6 ZIP codes · Avg score 57/100 · Grade C · Updated 2026-06-03

While Coosa County avoids the worst tiers, a portion of its 6 ZIP codes have logged violations.

How Coosa County Compares

Coosa County57/100
Alabama avg73/100
National avg68/100

How Coosa County Compares

C
County Grade
57/100
Avg Safety Score
6
ZIP Codes
12
Water Systems

Coosa County scores 16 points below the Alabama state average (73/100) and 11 points below the national average (68/100).

Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-03

C
County Grade
57
Avg Safety Score
6
ZIP Codes
Best ZIP: 35136 (70/100)
Lowest ZIP: 36026 (40/100)
$146K
Median Home Value
$2,117
Avg Remediation (145% of home value)

ZIP Code Risk Map

Water Quality Map: Coosa County, Alabama

Each dot represents a ZIP code. Color indicates water quality grade. Tap a dot for details.

A B C D F

Key Risk Factors

Health risk index: 17 (asthma 10.3%, diabetes 18.6%)

Estimated additional annual cost per homeowner: $463, driven primarily by flood

Infrastructure: 0.307% avg pipe failure probability

53.7% of homes built before 1978 (lead paint era)

County Health Indicators vs National Average

Asthma 10.3% (national: 8.9%)
Diabetes 18.6% (national: 10.5%)
Obesity 41.9% (national: 32.4%)

Black markers indicate national averages. Source: CDC PLACES, Census ACS.

Infrastructure Overview

1982
Median Build Year
53.7%
Pre-1978 Housing
31%
Pipe Failure Probability
0%
ZIPs at High Infra Risk
Moderate
Lead Pipe Risk

Sources: Census ACS (housing age), EPA SDWIS (infrastructure risk model), state bridge inspection data.

Compound Risk Breakdown

Estimated additional annual cost per homeowner: $463

Flood $233/yr
Energy Code Gap $180/yr
Water / Lead $50/yr

Bar widths proportional to share of total annual risk cost. Source: compound risk model (FEMA, EPA, USGS).

Housing Age Distribution

11,122 housing units in Coosa County

Pre-1940 6%
1940–1959 10%
1960–1979 29%
1980–1999 32%
2000+ 23%

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 Coosa County

$146K
Median Home Value
$2,117
Est. Remediation Cost
1.4%
of Home Value
Remediation as % of home value low burden

Remediation costs are relatively manageable for most homeowners in Coosa 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 Coosa County residents

Asthma 10.3% (US avg: 8.9%)
Diabetes 18.6% (US avg: 11%)
Obesity 41.9% (US avg: 32.4%)

Black markers = national averages. Red = above national avg. Green = below. Source: CDC PLACES, Census ACS.

Water Systems with Most Violations

Top 5 systems in Coosa County ranked by EPA violation count.

# Water System Population Violations
1 City of Goodwater Wtr Works & Sewer Bd, 2,550 7
2 Alexander City Water Department 29,565 7
3 Kellyton Water System 1,965 7
4 Jemison Water Works 4,365 2
5 Clanton Water Department 13,500 2

12 total water systems serve Coosa County.

All ZIP Codes in Coosa County

6 ZIP codes tracked in Coosa County.

# ZIP Code City Safety Score Grade Violations Home Value
1 35136 Rockford 70 B 0 $154K
2 35151 Sylacauga 70 B 0 $139K
3 35072 Goodwater 61 C 7 (1 health) $99K
4 35046 Clanton 60 C 2 $155K
5 35183 Weogufka 40 D 0 $101K
6 36026 Equality 40 D 0 $286K

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Overview

Coosa County in Alabama covers 6 ZIP codes with an average Home Safety Score of C (57/100).

2 of 6 ZIP codes have recorded EPA violations. 1 health-based violation have been documented.

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Data Sources

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is water safe in Coosa County?
Coosa County receives a grade of C. Some ZIP codes have recorded violations and residents in affected areas may want to test their water.
How many water systems serve Coosa County?
Coosa County is served by 12 public water systems that supply drinking water to residents across 6 ZIP codes.
What is the biggest environmental risk in Coosa County?
The primary environmental risk factor in Coosa County is flood. This contributes to an estimated additional annual cost of $463 per homeowner.
How old are homes in Coosa County?
The median home build year in Coosa County is 1982. 53.7% of homes were built before 1978, which means they may contain lead-based paint and older plumbing materials.
How does Coosa County compare to Alabama?
Coosa County has an average water safety score of 57/100, which is below the Alabama state average of 73/100.

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