Crenshaw County, Alabama
7 ZIP codes · Avg score 91/100 · Grade A · Updated 2026-07-19
ZipCheckup grade for Crenshaw: A.
No federal data flags a major home-safety concern for this ZIP.
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
How Crenshaw County Compares
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: 2026-07-19
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.
Key Risk Factors
Health risk index: 16 (asthma 10.5%, diabetes 16.6%)
Estimated additional annual cost per homeowner: $870, driven primarily by sea_level
Infrastructure: 0.363% avg pipe failure probability, 29% of ZIPs at high risk
54.3% 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: $870
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
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
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
Black markers = national averages. Red = above national avg. Green = below. Source: CDC PLACES, Census ACS.
Water systems serving Crenshaw County
7 community water systems serving Crenshaw County.
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Show all 7 water systems
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Systems with the most violations in Crenshaw County
3 water systems with recorded EPA violations.
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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.
- Best Lead Paint Test Kits — 54.3% of homes built before 1978
Deep Dive Reports
Detailed analysis for Crenshaw County, Alabama
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
- Water quality: EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS)
- Home values: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (median estimates by ZCTA)
Updated daily.