Russell County, Alabama
10 ZIP codes · Avg score 68/100 · Grade C · Updated 2026-06-04
Unlike top-rated counties, Russell County's 10 ZIP codes carry a fair number of documented violations — chlorine compliance and disinfection byproduct limits are the categories most often cited in recent data.
How Russell County Compares
How Russell County Compares
Russell County scores 5 points below the Alabama state average (73/100) and 0 points above the national average (68/100).
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-04
ZIP Code Risk Map
Water Quality Map: Russell County, Alabama
Each dot represents a ZIP code. Color indicates water quality grade. Tap a dot for details.
Key Risk Factors
Health risk index: 15.8 (asthma 11%, diabetes 17.3%)
Estimated additional annual cost per homeowner: $592, driven primarily by flood
Infrastructure: 0.303% avg pipe failure probability
50.3% 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: $592
Bar widths proportional to share of total annual risk cost. Source: compound risk model (FEMA, EPA, USGS).
Housing Age Distribution
35,436 housing units in Russell 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 Russell County
Remediation costs are relatively manageable for most homeowners in Russell 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 Russell County residents
Black markers = national averages. Red = above national avg. Green = below. Source: CDC PLACES, Census ACS.
Water Systems with Most Violations
Top 4 systems in Russell County ranked by EPA violation count.
| # | Water System | Population | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Russell County Water Authority | 16,923 | 48 |
| 2 | PHENIX CITY UTILITIES | 42,267 | 48 |
| 3 | SMITHS WATER AND SEWER AUTHORITY | 31,695 | 24 |
| 4 | HURTSBORO WATER & SEWER BOARD | 1,038 | 2 |
All ZIP Codes in Russell County
10 ZIP codes tracked in Russell County.
| # | ZIP Code | City | Safety Score | Grade | Violations | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 36868 | Phenix City | 82 | B | 12 (1 health) | — |
| 2 | 36870 | Phenix City | 82 | B | 12 (1 health) | $178K |
| 3 | 36860 | Hurtsboro | 81 | B | 2 | $59K |
| 4 | 36867 | Phenix City | 77 | B | 12 (1 health) | $188K |
| 5 | 36869 | Phenix City | 77 | B | 12 (1 health) | $129K |
| 6 | 36856 | Fort Mitchell | 63 | C | 0 | $253K |
| 7 | 36875 | Seale | 63 | C | 0 | $167K |
| 8 | 36858 | Hatchechubbee | 53 | D | 0 | $144K |
| 9 | 36859 | Holy Trinity | 53 | D | 0 | — |
| 10 | 36871 | Pittsview | 53 | D | 0 | $112K |
Recommended Buyer Guides for Russell County
Retailer arrangements don't shape what appears here — the selection logic is independent, filtered against EPA detections and the federal hazard data on file for this county.
- Best Lead Paint Test Kits — 50.3% of homes built before 1978
- Best Under-Sink Reverse Osmosis Systems — Multi-contaminant removal at the kitchen tap
- 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 Russell County, Alabama
Overview
Russell County in Alabama covers 10 ZIP codes with an average Home Safety Score of C (68/100).
5 of 10 ZIP codes have recorded EPA violations. 4 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.