Cumberland County, Kentucky
3 ZIP codes · Avg score 54/100 · Grade D · Updated 2026-06-03
For households across Cumberland County's 3 ZIP codes, below-average water safety data and recurring health violations make local monitoring worthwhile — checking the specific system serving an address is the most actionable starting point.
How Cumberland County Compares
How Cumberland County Compares
Cumberland County scores 7 points below the Kentucky state average (61/100) and 14 points below the national average (68/100).
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-03
Key Risk Factors
Estimated additional annual cost per homeowner: $677, driven primarily by energy_code_gap
Infrastructure: 0.35% avg pipe failure probability, 33% of ZIPs at high risk
62.3% of homes built before 1978 (lead paint era)
Violation History (2021–2025)
→ Stable trendEPA violation counts by year across Cumberland County water systems. Health-based shown in red, total in blue.
Peak year: 2023 with 3 violations. Past 5 years: 6 total (6 health-based).
Source: EPA SDWIS historical violations. Data may lag 6–12 months for the most recent year.
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: $677
Bar widths proportional to share of total annual risk cost. Source: compound risk model (FEMA, EPA, USGS).
Housing Age Distribution
3,518 housing units in Cumberland 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 Cumberland County
Remediation costs are relatively manageable for most homeowners in Cumberland 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.
Water Systems with Most Violations
Top 5 systems in Cumberland County ranked by EPA violation count.
| # | Water System | Population | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | CUMBERLAND CO WATER DISTRICT | 7,099 | 3 |
| 2 | Burkesville Water Works | 2,566 | 3 |
| 3 | Albany Water Works | 9,042 | 3 |
| 4 | Columbia/adair Utilities District | 22,113 | 0 |
| 5 | EDMONTON WATER WORKS | 8,515 | 0 |
All ZIP Codes in Cumberland County
3 ZIP codes tracked in Cumberland County.
| # | ZIP Code | City | Safety Score | Grade | Violations | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 42717 | Burkesville | 69 | C | 3 (1 health) | $131K |
| 2 | 42759 | Marrowbone | 53 | D | 0 | — |
| 3 | 42715 | Breeding | 40 | D | 0 | $200K |
Recommended Buyer Guides for Cumberland County
Filtered against EPA monitoring data and CDC lead-exposure guidance, the guides below skip the generic catalog and connect directly to the contaminants and hazards on file here.
- Best Lead Paint Test Kits — 62.3% of homes built before 1978
- Best Radon Test Kits — EPA Radon Zone 1 (highest risk) dominant in county
Overview
Cumberland County in Kentucky covers 3 ZIP codes with an average Home Safety Score of D (54/100).
1 of 3 ZIP codes have recorded EPA violations. 1 health-based violation 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.
What You Can Do
Cumberland County has a grade of D. Here are steps to protect your household.
Test your tap water
Order a certified lab test kit ($20-$50) to check for lead, bacteria, and other contaminants specific to your ZIP code.
Consider a certified water filter
NSF-certified filters can remove most common contaminants. Match the filter to your test results for best protection. Try our filter matcher
Contact your water utility
Request the latest Consumer Confidence Report (CCR) from your water provider. It details exactly what was found in your water supply.
Check for lead in your home
62.3% of homes in this county were built before 1978. Older plumbing and solder can leach lead into drinking water, especially in the morning.