COUNTY REPORT LA

West Baton Rouge County, Louisiana

1 ZIP code · Avg score 84/100 · Grade B · Updated 2026-06-04

Water utilities serving West Baton Rouge County's 1 ZIP code have built a consistent compliance record — the county's above-average grade reflects years of data showing low violation rates and no systemic health concerns.

How West Baton Rouge County Compares

West Baton Rouge County84/100
Louisiana avg71/100
National avg68/100

How West Baton Rouge County Compares

B
County Grade
84/100
Avg Safety Score
1
ZIP Codes
7
Water Systems

West Baton Rouge County scores 13 points above the Louisiana state average (71/100) and 16 points above the national average (68/100).

Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-04

B
County Grade
84
Avg Safety Score
1
ZIP Codes
Only ZIP: 70767
$197K
Median Home Value
$1,500
Avg Remediation (76% of home value)

Key Risk Factors

Health risk index: 14.4 (asthma 10.4%, diabetes 14%)

Estimated additional annual cost per homeowner: $6,220, driven primarily by sea_level

Infrastructure: 0.37% avg pipe failure probability

54% of homes built before 1978 (lead paint era)

Violation History (2024–2025)

→ Stable trend

EPA violation counts by year across West Baton Rouge County water systems. Health-based shown in red, total in blue.

2024
2 (2 health)
2025
1 (1 health)

Peak year: 2024 with 2 violations. Past 5 years: 3 total (3 health-based).

Source: EPA SDWIS historical violations. Data may lag 6–12 months for the most recent year.

County Health Indicators vs National Average

Asthma 10.4% (national: 8.9%)
Diabetes 14% (national: 10.5%)
Obesity 41.6% (national: 32.4%)

Black markers indicate national averages. Source: CDC PLACES, Census ACS.

Infrastructure Overview

1986
Median Build Year
54%
Pre-1978 Housing
37%
Pipe Failure Probability
0%
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: $6,220

Sea Level Rise $3,000/yr
Flood $2,800/yr
Energy Code Gap $270/yr

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

Housing Age Distribution

6,822 housing units in West Baton Rouge County

Pre-1940 8%
1940–1959 14%
1960–1979 23%
1980–1999 31%
2000+ 24%

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 West Baton Rouge County

$197K
Median Home Value
$1,500
Est. Remediation Cost
0.8%
of Home Value
Remediation as % of home value low burden

Remediation costs are relatively manageable for most homeowners in West Baton Rouge 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 West Baton Rouge County residents

Asthma 10.4% (US avg: 8.9%)
Diabetes 14% (US avg: 11%)
Obesity 41.6% (US avg: 32.4%)

Black markers = national averages. Red = above national avg. Green = below. Source: CDC PLACES, Census ACS.

Water Systems with Most Violations

Top 5 systems in West Baton Rouge County ranked by EPA violation count.

# Water System Population Violations
1 West Baton Rouge Water Works District 2 13,437 4
2 Port Allen Water System 6,759 4
3 Wbr District 4 -section Road Winterville 5,571 4
4 Wbr Public Utilities 4,329 4
5 Wbr District 4 - Arbroth 555 4

7 total water systems serve West Baton Rouge County.

All ZIP Codes in West Baton Rouge County

1 ZIP code tracked in West Baton Rouge County.

# ZIP Code City Safety Score Grade Violations Home Value
1 70767 Port Allen 84 B 4 (1 health) $197K

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Overview

West Baton Rouge County in Louisiana covers 1 ZIP code with an average Home Safety Score of B (84/100).

1 of 1 ZIP code 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 West Baton Rouge County?
West Baton Rouge County receives a grade of B, indicating generally safe tap water across its 1 ZIP codes.
How many water systems serve West Baton Rouge County?
West Baton Rouge County is served by 7 public water systems that supply drinking water to residents across 1 ZIP codes.
What is the biggest environmental risk in West Baton Rouge County?
The primary environmental risk factor in West Baton Rouge County is sea_level. This contributes to an estimated additional annual cost of $6,220 per homeowner.
How old are homes in West Baton Rouge County?
The median home build year in West Baton Rouge County is 1986. 54% of homes were built before 1978, which means they may contain lead-based paint and older plumbing materials.
How does West Baton Rouge County compare to Louisiana?
West Baton Rouge County has an average water safety score of 84/100, which is above the Louisiana state average of 71/100.

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