COUNTY REPORT KY

Todd County, Kentucky

8 ZIP codes · Avg score 64/100 · Grade C · Updated 2026-06-03

Safe water is the norm for most of Todd County's 8 ZIP codes — but a notable subset have documented violations that push the grade to the middle tier.

How Todd County Compares

Todd County64/100
Kentucky avg61/100
National avg68/100

How Todd County Compares

C
County Grade
64/100
Avg Safety Score
8
ZIP Codes
8
Water Systems

Todd County scores 3 points above the Kentucky state average (61/100) and 4 points below the national average (68/100).

Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-03

C
County Grade
64
Avg Safety Score
8
ZIP Codes
Best ZIP: 42234 (82/100)
Lowest ZIP: 42280 (53/100)
$172K
Median Home Value
$1,188
Avg Remediation (69% of home value)

ZIP Code Risk Map

Water Quality Map: Todd 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: $448, driven primarily by energy_code_gap

Infrastructure: 0.313% avg pipe failure probability, 17% of ZIPs at high risk

49.7% of homes built before 1978 (lead paint era)

Infrastructure Overview

1985
Median Build Year
49.7%
Pre-1978 Housing
31%
Pipe Failure Probability
17%
ZIPs at High Infra Risk
Low
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: $448

Energy Code Gap $248/yr
Flood $125/yr
Water / Lead $75/yr

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

Housing Age Distribution

6,043 housing units in Todd County

Pre-1940 9%
1940–1959 13%
1960–1979 27%
1980–1999 26%
2000+ 26%

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 Todd County

$172K
Median Home Value
$1,188
Est. Remediation Cost
0.7%
of Home Value
Remediation as % of home value low burden

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

# Water System Population Violations
1 GUTHRIE WATER WORKS 2,421 1
2 TODD COUNTY WATER DISTRICT 9,801 1
3 Elkton Water Works 2,780 1
4 Logan-todd Regional Water Commission 36 1
5 TRENTON WATER WORKS 950 1

8 total water systems serve Todd County.

All ZIP Codes in Todd County

8 ZIP codes tracked in Todd County.

# ZIP Code City Safety Score Grade Violations Home Value
1 42234 Guthrie 82 B 1 (1 health) $147K
2 42220 Elkton 75 B 0 $148K
3 42286 Trenton 72 B 0 $196K
4 42204 Allensville 63 C 0 $217K
5 42266 Pembroke 63 C 0 $222K
6 42216 Clifty 53 D 0
7 42221 Fairview 53 D 0
8 42280 Sharon Grove 53 D 0 $113K

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Overview

Todd County in Kentucky covers 8 ZIP codes with an average Home Safety Score of C (64/100).

1 of 8 ZIP codes have recorded EPA violations. 1 health-based violation have been documented.

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Data Sources

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is water safe in Todd County?
Todd 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 Todd County?
Todd County is served by 8 public water systems that supply drinking water to residents across 8 ZIP codes.
What is the biggest environmental risk in Todd County?
The primary environmental risk factor in Todd County is energy_code_gap. This contributes to an estimated additional annual cost of $448 per homeowner.
How old are homes in Todd County?
The median home build year in Todd County is 1985. 49.7% of homes were built before 1978, which means they may contain lead-based paint and older plumbing materials.
How does Todd County compare to Kentucky?
Todd County has an average water safety score of 64/100, which is above the Kentucky state average of 61/100.

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