COUNTY REPORT KY

Oldham County, Kentucky

6 ZIP codes · Avg score 60/100 · Grade C · Updated 2026-06-03

Oldham County's water quality grade reflects a middle-ground assessment — its 6 ZIP codes range from fully compliant to violation-flagged.

How Oldham County Compares

Oldham County60/100
Kentucky avg61/100
National avg68/100

How Oldham County Compares

C
County Grade
60/100
Avg Safety Score
6
ZIP Codes
4
Water Systems

Oldham 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: 2026-06-03

C
County Grade
60
Avg Safety Score
6
ZIP Codes
Best ZIP: 40010 (83/100)
Lowest ZIP: 40077 (50/100)
$382K
Median Home Value
$1,900
Avg Remediation (50% of home value)

ZIP Code Risk Map

Water Quality Map: Oldham County, Kentucky

Each dot represents a ZIP code. Color indicates water quality grade. Tap a dot for details.

A B C D F

Key Risk Factors

Estimated additional annual cost per homeowner: $890, driven primarily by flood

Infrastructure: 0.274% avg pipe failure probability

42.4% of homes built before 1978 (lead paint era)

Infrastructure Overview

1996
Median Build Year
42.4%
Pre-1978 Housing
27%
Pipe Failure Probability
0%
ZIPs at High Infra Risk
Moderate
Lead Pipe Risk

Sources: Census ACS (housing age), EPA SDWIS (infrastructure risk model), state bridge inspection data.

Compound Risk Breakdown

Estimated additional annual cost per homeowner: $890

Flood $600/yr
Energy Code Gap $240/yr
Water / Lead $50/yr

Bar widths proportional to share of total annual risk cost. Source: compound risk model (FEMA, EPA, USGS).

Housing Age Distribution

18,746 housing units in Oldham County

Pre-1940 3%
1940–1959 4%
1960–1979 22%
1980–1999 38%
2000+ 33%

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 Oldham County

$382K
Median Home Value
$1,900
Est. Remediation Cost
0.5%
of Home Value
Remediation as % of home value low burden

Remediation costs are relatively manageable for most homeowners in Oldham 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 4 systems in Oldham County ranked by EPA violation count.

# Water System Population Violations
1 Oldham County Water District 38,409 0
2 LOUISVILLE WATER COMPANY 764,769 0
3 Henry County Water District #2 17,716 0
4 North Shelby Water District 14,660 0

All ZIP Codes in Oldham County

6 ZIP codes tracked in Oldham County.

# ZIP Code City Safety Score Grade Violations Home Value
1 40010 Buckner 83 B 0 $486K
2 40014 Crestwood 63 C 0 $382K
3 40031 La Grange 63 C 0 $316K
4 40032 La Grange 53 D 0
5 40026 Goshen 50 D 0 $426K
6 40077 Westport 50 D 0 $198K

Recommended Buyer Guides for Oldham County

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Overview

Oldham County in Kentucky covers 6 ZIP codes with an average Home Safety Score of C (60/100).

No EPA violations recorded across any tracked ZIP codes in Oldham County.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is water safe in Oldham County?
Oldham County receives a grade of C. Some ZIP codes have recorded violations and residents in affected areas may want to test their water.
How many water systems serve Oldham County?
Oldham County is served by 4 public water systems that supply drinking water to residents across 6 ZIP codes.
What is the biggest environmental risk in Oldham County?
The primary environmental risk factor in Oldham County is flood. This contributes to an estimated additional annual cost of $890 per homeowner.
How old are homes in Oldham County?
The median home build year in Oldham County is 1996. 42.4% of homes were built before 1978, which means they may contain lead-based paint and older plumbing materials.
How does Oldham County compare to Kentucky?
Oldham County has an average water safety score of 60/100, which is below the Kentucky state average of 61/100.

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