COUNTY REPORT AL

Crenshaw County, Alabama

7 ZIP codes · Avg score 91/100 · Grade A · Updated 2026-06-03

In current tracking cycles, Crenshaw County — spanning 7 ZIP codes — records above-average water quality outcomes; the county's compliance history over recent years shows few departures from federal standards.

How Crenshaw County Compares

Crenshaw County91/100
Alabama avg73/100
National avg68/100

How Crenshaw County Compares

A
County Grade
91/100
Avg Safety Score
7
ZIP Codes
7
Water Systems

Crenshaw County scores 18 points above the Alabama state average (73/100) and 23 points above the national average (68/100).

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

A
County Grade
91
Avg Safety Score
7
ZIP Codes
Best ZIP: 36041 (99/100)
Lowest ZIP: 36042 (66/100)
$117K
Median Home Value
$933
Avg Remediation (80% of home value)

ZIP Code Risk Map

Water Quality Map: Crenshaw 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: 16 (asthma 10.5%, diabetes 16.6%)

Estimated additional annual cost per homeowner: $763, driven primarily by sea_level

Infrastructure: 0.327% avg pipe failure probability

54.3% of homes built before 1978 (lead paint era)

County Health Indicators vs National Average

Asthma 10.5% (national: 8.9%)
Diabetes 16.6% (national: 10.5%)
Obesity 40.5% (national: 32.4%)

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

Infrastructure Overview

1988
Median Build Year
54.3%
Pre-1978 Housing
33%
Pipe Failure Probability
0%
ZIPs at High Infra Risk
Low
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: $763

Sea Level Rise $486/yr
Energy Code Gap $141/yr
Water / Lead $107/yr

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

Housing Age Distribution

6,660 housing units in Crenshaw County

Pre-1940 6%
1940–1959 9%
1960–1979 32%
1980–1999 35%
2000+ 19%

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 Crenshaw County

$117K
Median Home Value
$933
Est. Remediation Cost
0.8%
of Home Value
Remediation as % of home value low burden

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

Asthma 10.5% (US avg: 8.9%)
Diabetes 16.6% (US avg: 11%)
Obesity 40.5% (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 Crenshaw County ranked by EPA violation count.

# Water System Population Violations
1 Luverne (ww&sb of the City of) 3,900 14
2 Glenwood Water Works 318 9
3 Brantley (town Of) 1,455 2
4 South Crenshaw County Water Authority 6,075 2
5 Dozier Water Works (town Of) 495 1

7 total water systems serve Crenshaw County.

All ZIP Codes in Crenshaw County

7 ZIP codes tracked in Crenshaw County.

# ZIP Code City Safety Score Grade Violations Home Value
1 36041 Highland Home 99 A 0 $117K
2 36071 Rutledge 99 A 0 $96K
3 36009 Brantley 97 A 2 $123K
4 36049 Luverne 96 A 3 $124K
5 36034 Glenwood 92 A 9 $82K
6 36028 Dozier 87 A 1 $130K
7 36042 Honoraville 66 C 0 $114K

Recommended Buyer Guides for Crenshaw County

Where county records show a lead exceedance or pre-1978 housing concentration, lead-specific filters and test kits move toward the top of the list.

Overview

Crenshaw County in Alabama covers 7 ZIP codes with an average Home Safety Score of A (91/100).

4 of 7 ZIP codes have recorded EPA violations. All violations are monitoring/reporting type.

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Data Sources

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is water safe in Crenshaw County?
Crenshaw County receives a grade of A, indicating generally safe tap water across its 7 ZIP codes.
How many water systems serve Crenshaw County?
Crenshaw County is served by 7 public water systems that supply drinking water to residents across 7 ZIP codes.
What is the biggest environmental risk in Crenshaw County?
The primary environmental risk factor in Crenshaw County is sea_level. This contributes to an estimated additional annual cost of $763 per homeowner.
How old are homes in Crenshaw County?
The median home build year in Crenshaw County is 1988. 54.3% of homes were built before 1978, which means they may contain lead-based paint and older plumbing materials.
How does Crenshaw County compare to Alabama?
Crenshaw County has an average water safety score of 91/100, which is above the Alabama state average of 73/100.

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