Marion County, Alabama
9 ZIP codes · Avg score 72/100 · Grade B · Updated 2026-06-03
Water utilities serving Marion County's 9 ZIP codes have built a consistent compliance record — the county's above-average grade reflects years of data showing low violation rates and no systemic health concerns.
How Marion County Compares
How Marion County Compares
Marion 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
ZIP Code Risk Map
Water Quality Map: Marion County, Alabama
Each dot represents a ZIP code. Color indicates water quality grade. Tap a dot for details.
Key Risk Factors
Health risk index: 16.5 (asthma 10.2%, diabetes 15.7%)
Estimated additional annual cost per homeowner: $382, driven primarily by energy_code_gap
Infrastructure: 0.359% avg pipe failure probability, 25% of ZIPs at high risk
55.6% of homes built before 1978 (lead paint era)
Violation History (2021–2024)
↑ Worsening trendEPA violation counts by year across Marion County water systems. Health-based shown in red, total in blue.
Peak year: 2023 with 18 violations. Past 5 years: 31 total (31 health-based). Health-based violations are rising versus the prior 2-year window — worth closer monitoring.
Source: EPA SDWIS historical violations. Data may lag 6–12 months for the most recent year.
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: $382
Bar widths proportional to share of total annual risk cost. Source: compound risk model (FEMA, EPA, USGS).
Housing Age Distribution
13,451 housing units in Marion 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 Marion County
Remediation costs are relatively manageable for most homeowners in Marion 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 Marion 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 Marion County ranked by EPA violation count.
| # | Water System | Population | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Marion County Public Water Authority | 3,660 | 32 |
| 2 | Hamilton Water and Wastewater Department | 10,500 | 28 |
| 3 | Winfield Water Works & Sewer Board | 8,631 | 19 |
| 4 | GUIN WATER & SEWER BOARD | 4,350 | 15 |
| 5 | Twin Water Authority | 804 | 13 |
11 total water systems serve Marion County.
All ZIP Codes in Marion County
9 ZIP codes tracked in Marion County.
| # | ZIP Code | City | Safety Score | Grade | Violations | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 35543 | Bear Creek | 83 | B | 0 | $128K |
| 2 | 35548 | Brilliant | 82 | B | 4 (1 health) | $65K |
| 3 | 35564 | Hackleburg | 82 | B | 2 (1 health) | $92K |
| 4 | 35594 | Winfield | 81 | B | 2 | $144K |
| 5 | 35559 | Glen Allen | 79 | B | 3 (3 health) | — |
| 6 | 35570 | Hamilton | 70 | B | 11 (4 health) | $121K |
| 7 | 35563 | Guin | 67 | C | 13 (4 health) | $112K |
| 8 | 35544 | Beaverton | 53 | D | 0 | $117K |
| 9 | 35551 | Delmar | 53 | D | 0 | — |
Recommended Buyer Guides for Marion County
Filtered against federal data, fitted to local risks.
- Best Lead Paint Test Kits — 55.6% of homes built before 1978
- Best Under-Sink Reverse Osmosis Systems — Multi-contaminant removal at the kitchen tap
Deep Dive Reports
Detailed analysis for Marion County, Alabama
Overview
Marion County in Alabama covers 9 ZIP codes with an average Home Safety Score of B (72/100).
6 of 9 ZIP codes have recorded EPA violations. 13 health-based violations have been documented.
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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.