COUNTY REPORT AL

Elmore County, Alabama

11 ZIP codes · Avg score 72/100 · Grade B · Updated 2026-06-03

Although county size varies, Elmore County's 11 ZIP codes share reliably safe tap water records and above-average compliance scores.

How Elmore County Compares

Elmore County72/100
Alabama avg73/100
National avg68/100

How Elmore County Compares

B
County Grade
72/100
Avg Safety Score
11
ZIP Codes
16
Water Systems

Elmore County scores 1 points below the Alabama state average (73/100) and 4 points above the national average (68/100).

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

B
County Grade
72
Avg Safety Score
11
ZIP Codes
Best ZIP: 36025 (83/100)
Lowest ZIP: 36045 (53/100)
$187K
Median Home Value
$2,073
Avg Remediation (111% of home value)

ZIP Code Risk Map

Water Quality Map: Elmore 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: 14.3 (asthma 10.2%, diabetes 13.6%)

Estimated additional annual cost per homeowner: $488, driven primarily by flood

Infrastructure: 0.275% avg pipe failure probability

42% of homes built before 1978 (lead paint era)

County Health Indicators vs National Average

Asthma 10.2% (national: 8.9%)
Diabetes 13.6% (national: 10.5%)
Obesity 39.6% (national: 32.4%)

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

Infrastructure Overview

1993
Median Build Year
42%
Pre-1978 Housing
28%
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: $488

Flood $327/yr
Energy Code Gap $106/yr
Water / Lead $55/yr

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

Housing Age Distribution

39,270 housing units in Elmore County

Pre-1940 3%
1940–1959 7%
1960–1979 21%
1980–1999 31%
2000+ 38%

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 Elmore County

$187K
Median Home Value
$2,073
Est. Remediation Cost
1.1%
of Home Value
Remediation as % of home value low burden

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

Asthma 10.2% (US avg: 8.9%)
Diabetes 13.6% (US avg: 11%)
Obesity 39.6% (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 Elmore County ranked by EPA violation count.

# Water System Population Violations
1 Elmore Water & Sewer Authority 13,680 15
2 PRATTVILLE, THE WW BOARD OF THE CITY OF 46,614 15
3 Marbury Water System, Inc. 8,670 15
4 Millbrook Utilities 5,451 15
5 TRI COMMUNITY WATER SYSTEM 11,832 9

16 total water systems serve Elmore County.

All ZIP Codes in Elmore County

11 ZIP codes tracked in Elmore County.

# ZIP Code City Safety Score Grade Violations Home Value
1 36025 Elmore 83 B 0 $167K
2 36093 Wetumpka 83 B 0 $290K
3 36078 Tallassee 81 B 4 $175K
4 36024 Eclectic 80 B 4 $229K
5 36022 Deatsville 79 B 6 (1 health) $235K
6 36092 Wetumpka 78 B 0 $190K
7 36054 Millbrook 71 B 9 $173K
8 36020 Coosada 63 C 0 $184K
9 36075 Shorter 63 C 0 $112K
10 36080 Titus 63 C 0 $210K
11 36045 Kent 53 D 0

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Overview

Elmore County in Alabama covers 11 ZIP codes with an average Home Safety Score of B (72/100).

4 of 11 ZIP codes have recorded EPA violations. 1 health-based violation have been documented.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is water safe in Elmore County?
Elmore County receives a grade of B, indicating generally safe tap water across its 11 ZIP codes.
How many water systems serve Elmore County?
Elmore County is served by 16 public water systems that supply drinking water to residents across 11 ZIP codes.
What is the biggest environmental risk in Elmore County?
The primary environmental risk factor in Elmore County is flood. This contributes to an estimated additional annual cost of $488 per homeowner.
How old are homes in Elmore County?
The median home build year in Elmore County is 1993. 42% of homes were built before 1978, which means they may contain lead-based paint and older plumbing materials.
How does Elmore County compare to Alabama?
Elmore County has an average water safety score of 72/100, which is below the Alabama state average of 73/100.

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