Greene County, Alabama
6 ZIP codes · Avg score 64/100 · Grade C · Updated 2026-06-03
Tracking 6 ZIP codes in Greene County reveals a mixed picture — tap water quality varies meaningfully by location.
How Greene County Compares
How Greene County Compares
Greene County scores 9 points below the Alabama state average (73/100) and 4 points below the national average (68/100).
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-03
ZIP Code Risk Map
Water Quality Map: Greene County, Alabama
Each dot represents a ZIP code. Color indicates water quality grade. Tap a dot for details.
Key Risk Factors
Health risk index: 20.8 (asthma 12%, diabetes 27.1%)
Estimated additional annual cost per homeowner: $1,023, driven primarily by flood
Infrastructure: 0.328% avg pipe failure probability
61.5% 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: $1,023
Bar widths proportional to share of total annual risk cost. Source: compound risk model (FEMA, EPA, USGS).
Housing Age Distribution
4,283 housing units in Greene 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 Greene County
Remediation costs are relatively manageable for most homeowners in Greene 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 Greene County residents
Black markers = national averages. Red = above national avg. Green = below. Source: CDC PLACES, Census ACS.
Water Systems with Most Violations
Top 3 systems in Greene County ranked by EPA violation count.
| # | Water System | Population | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | EUTAW WATER DEPARTMENT | 4,764 | 4 |
| 2 | Forkland Water System | 1,137 | 4 |
| 3 | Greene County Water Authority | 4,062 | 4 |
All ZIP Codes in Greene County
6 ZIP codes tracked in Greene County.
| # | ZIP Code | City | Safety Score | Grade | Violations | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 35462 | Eutaw | 76 | B | 4 | $97K |
| 2 | 36740 | Forkland | 73 | B | 4 | $96K |
| 3 | 35464 | Gainesville | 63 | C | 0 | $51K |
| 4 | 35491 | West Greene | 63 | C | 0 | — |
| 5 | 35443 | Boligee | 55 | C | 0 | $56K |
| 6 | 35448 | Clinton | 53 | D | 0 | — |
Recommended Buyer Guides for Greene County
Filtered against federal data, fitted to local risks.
- Best Lead Paint Test Kits — 61.5% 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 Greene County, Alabama
Overview
Greene County in Alabama covers 6 ZIP codes with an average Home Safety Score of C (64/100).
2 of 6 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.