Cullman County, Alabama
12 ZIP codes · Avg score 71/100 · Grade B · Updated 2026-06-03
Spanning 12 ZIP codes, Cullman County posts strong drinking water compliance — most systems have never triggered a health-based notice.
How Cullman County Compares
How Cullman County Compares
Cullman County scores 2 points below the Alabama state average (73/100) and 3 points above the national average (68/100).
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-03
ZIP Code Risk Map
Water Quality Map: Cullman County, Alabama
Each dot represents a ZIP code. Color indicates water quality grade. Tap a dot for details.
Key Risk Factors
Health risk index: 14.8 (asthma 9.8%, diabetes 13.8%)
Estimated additional annual cost per homeowner: $370, driven primarily by flood
Infrastructure: 0.289% avg pipe failure probability, 8% of ZIPs at high risk
50.5% 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: $370
Bar widths proportional to share of total annual risk cost. Source: compound risk model (FEMA, EPA, USGS).
Housing Age Distribution
38,812 housing units in Cullman 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 Cullman County
Remediation costs are relatively manageable for most homeowners in Cullman 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 Cullman 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 Cullman County ranked by EPA violation count.
| # | Water System | Population | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | East Cullman Water System | 13,038 | 18 |
| 2 | CULLMAN COUNTY WATER DEPARTMENT | 55,974 | 18 |
| 3 | City of Cullman, | 35,496 | 18 |
| 4 | Johnsons Crossing Water System | 3,432 | 18 |
| 5 | V.a.w. Water System, Inc. | 17,103 | 18 |
12 total water systems serve Cullman County.
All ZIP Codes in Cullman County
12 ZIP codes tracked in Cullman County.
| # | ZIP Code | City | Safety Score | Grade | Violations | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 35077 | Hanceville | 83 | B | 0 | $157K |
| 2 | 35087 | Joppa | 83 | B | 1 | $167K |
| 3 | 35179 | Vinemont | 83 | B | 0 | $176K |
| 4 | 35070 | Garden City | 81 | B | 1 | $153K |
| 5 | 35055 | Cullman | 76 | B | 6 | $195K |
| 6 | 35057 | Cullman | 76 | B | 6 | $191K |
| 7 | 35058 | Cullman | 76 | B | 6 | $194K |
| 8 | 35033 | Bremen | 63 | C | 0 | $173K |
| 9 | 35098 | Logan | 63 | C | 0 | $177K |
| 10 | 35621 | Eva | 63 | C | 0 | $186K |
| 11 | 35019 | Baileyton | 53 | D | 0 | $121K |
| 12 | 35053 | Crane Hill | 53 | D | 0 | $243K |
Recommended Buyer Guides for Cullman County
Filtered against EPA monitoring data and CDC lead-exposure guidance, the guides below skip the generic catalog and connect directly to the contaminants and hazards on file here.
- Best Lead Paint Test Kits — 50.5% of homes built before 1978
- Best Sump Pumps — Flood is the top compound risk factor
- Best Mold Test Kits — Flood-driven moisture and mold risk
Deep Dive Reports
Detailed analysis for Cullman County, Alabama
Overview
Cullman County in Alabama covers 12 ZIP codes with an average Home Safety Score of B (71/100).
5 of 12 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.