Muhlenberg County, Kentucky
12 ZIP codes · Avg score 60/100 · Grade C · Updated 2026-06-04
Based on current EPA data, Muhlenberg County's 12 ZIP codes reflect fair but mixed water safety.
How Muhlenberg County Compares
How Muhlenberg County Compares
Muhlenberg County scores 1 points below the Kentucky state average (61/100) and 8 points below the national average (68/100).
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-04
ZIP Code Risk Map
Water Quality Map: Muhlenberg County, Kentucky
Each dot represents a ZIP code. Color indicates water quality grade. Tap a dot for details.
Key Risk Factors
Estimated additional annual cost per homeowner: $748, driven primarily by energy_code_gap
Infrastructure: 0.368% avg pipe failure probability, 17% of ZIPs at high risk
65.9% of homes built before 1978 (lead paint era)
Violation History (2021–2025)
→ Stable trendEPA violation counts by year across Muhlenberg County water systems. Health-based shown in red, total in blue.
Peak year: 2024 with 30 violations. Past 5 years: 64 total (64 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: $748
Bar widths proportional to share of total annual risk cost. Source: compound risk model (FEMA, EPA, USGS).
Housing Age Distribution
12,479 housing units in Muhlenberg 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 Muhlenberg County
Remediation costs are relatively manageable for most homeowners in Muhlenberg 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 Muhlenberg County ranked by EPA violation count.
| # | Water System | Population | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | DRAKESBORO WATER DEPARTMENT | 888 | 14 |
| 2 | Muhlenberg Company Water District | 16,845 | 14 |
| 3 | Butler County Water System Inc. | 14,256 | 14 |
| 4 | Greenville Utilities Commission | 5,649 | 10 |
| 5 | Muhlenberg Company Water District #3 | 7,075 | 0 |
6 total water systems serve Muhlenberg County.
All ZIP Codes in Muhlenberg County
12 ZIP codes tracked in Muhlenberg County.
| # | ZIP Code | City | Safety Score | Grade | Violations | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 42337 | Drakesboro | 76 | B | 4 (4 health) | $72K |
| 2 | 42330 | Central City | 75 | B | 0 | $140K |
| 3 | 42325 | Bremen | 72 | B | 0 | $138K |
| 4 | 42345 | Greenville | 67 | C | 10 (8 health) | $132K |
| 5 | 42321 | Beech Creek | 53 | D | 0 | $85K |
| 6 | 42323 | Beechmont | 53 | D | 0 | $169K |
| 7 | 42324 | Belton | 53 | D | 0 | $115K |
| 8 | 42326 | Browder | 53 | D | 0 | $157K |
| 9 | 42332 | Cleaton | 53 | D | 0 | — |
| 10 | 42367 | Powderly | 53 | D | 0 | $101K |
| 11 | 42369 | Rockport | 53 | D | 0 | $78K |
| 12 | 42374 | South Carrollton | 53 | D | 0 | $119K |
Recommended Buyer Guides for Muhlenberg County
Four sources — EPA, NSF, FEMA, CDC — drive the match.
- Best Lead Paint Test Kits — 65.9% of homes built before 1978
- Best Under-Sink Reverse Osmosis Systems — Multi-contaminant removal at the kitchen tap
Deep Dive Reports
Detailed analysis for Muhlenberg County, Kentucky
Overview
Muhlenberg County in Kentucky covers 12 ZIP codes with an average Home Safety Score of C (60/100).
2 of 12 ZIP codes have recorded EPA violations. 12 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.