Pike County, Alabama
6 ZIP codes · Avg score 89/100 · Grade A · Updated 2026-06-03
Compared to state averages, Pike County scores well — its 6 ZIP codes sit above the baseline for tap water quality.
How Pike County Compares
How Pike County Compares
Pike County scores 16 points above the Alabama state average (73/100) and 21 points above the national average (68/100).
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-03
ZIP Code Risk Map
Water Quality Map: Pike County, Alabama
Each dot represents a ZIP code. Color indicates water quality grade. Tap a dot for details.
Key Risk Factors
Health risk index: 14.4 (asthma 10.8%, diabetes 14.5%)
Estimated additional annual cost per homeowner: $115, driven primarily by energy_code_gap
Infrastructure: 0.302% avg pipe failure probability
52.3% 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: $115
Bar widths proportional to share of total annual risk cost. Source: compound risk model (FEMA, EPA, USGS).
Housing Age Distribution
13,983 housing units in Pike 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 Pike County
Remediation costs are relatively manageable for most homeowners in Pike 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 Pike 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 Pike County ranked by EPA violation count.
| # | Water System | Population | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | City of Troy Utilities, | 23,523 | 9 |
| 2 | Pike County Water Authority | 12,021 | 9 |
| 3 | Brundidge Water Department | 3,672 | 6 |
| 4 | Luverne (ww&sb of the City of) | 3,900 | 3 |
| 5 | Goshen Water Works District System | 546 | 3 |
6 total water systems serve Pike County.
All ZIP Codes in Pike County
6 ZIP codes tracked in Pike County.
| # | ZIP Code | City | Safety Score | Grade | Violations | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 36079 | Troy | 98 | A | 3 | $167K |
| 2 | 36081 | Troy | 98 | A | 3 | $183K |
| 3 | 36082 | Troy | 98 | A | 3 | — |
| 4 | 36005 | Banks | 97 | A | 1 | $101K |
| 5 | 36035 | Goshen | 76 | B | 3 | $107K |
| 6 | 36062 | Petrey | 66 | C | 0 | — |
Recommended Buyer Guides for Pike County
Editorial-only picks, screened against the EPA detections on file.
- Best Lead Paint Test Kits — 52.3% of homes built before 1978
Deep Dive Reports
Detailed analysis for Pike County, Alabama
Overview
Pike County in Alabama covers 6 ZIP codes with an average Home Safety Score of A (89/100).
5 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)
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