Macon County, Alabama
5 ZIP codes · Avg score 67/100 · Grade C · Updated 2026-06-03
Spanning 5 ZIP codes, Macon County lands near the national median for water safety — compliance results are mixed, and the county's middle-grade standing reflects genuine variability rather than a single systemic problem.
How Macon County Compares
How Macon County Compares
Macon County scores 6 points below the Alabama state average (73/100) and 1 points below the national average (68/100).
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-03
ZIP Code Risk Map
Water Quality Map: Macon County, Alabama
Each dot represents a ZIP code. Color indicates water quality grade. Tap a dot for details.
Key Risk Factors
Health risk index: 16.1 (asthma 11.2%, diabetes 18.7%)
Estimated additional annual cost per homeowner: $294, driven primarily by energy_code_gap
Infrastructure: 0.313% avg pipe failure probability
59.8% 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: $294
Bar widths proportional to share of total annual risk cost. Source: compound risk model (FEMA, EPA, USGS).
Housing Age Distribution
8,590 housing units in Macon 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 Macon County
Remediation costs are relatively manageable for most homeowners in Macon 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 Macon 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 Macon County ranked by EPA violation count.
| # | Water System | Population | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | TUSKEGEE, UTILITIES BOARD OF THE CITY OF | 12,900 | 15 |
| 2 | Star-mindingall Water Authority | 1,962 | 15 |
| 3 | Notasulga Water System | 2,850 | 15 |
| 4 | Macon County Water Authority | 6,951 | 15 |
| 5 | Franklin, Town of | 150 | 15 |
7 total water systems serve Macon County.
All ZIP Codes in Macon County
5 ZIP codes tracked in Macon County.
| # | ZIP Code | City | Safety Score | Grade | Violations | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 36866 | Notasulga | 83 | B | 0 | $108K |
| 2 | 36083 | Tuskegee | 73 | B | 15 | $89K |
| 3 | 36039 | Hardaway | 63 | C | 0 | — |
| 4 | 36088 | Tuskegee Institute | 63 | C | 0 | $101K |
| 5 | 36087 | Tuskegee Institute | 53 | D | 0 | — |
Recommended Buyer Guides for Macon County
Strictly editorial — no paid placements influence which guides appear; the selection draws on NSF certifications and EPA detection records for water systems serving this county.
- Best Lead Paint Test Kits — 59.8% of homes built before 1978
Deep Dive Reports
Detailed analysis for Macon County, Alabama
Overview
Macon County in Alabama covers 5 ZIP codes with an average Home Safety Score of C (67/100).
1 of 5 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)
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