West Baton Rouge County, Louisiana
1 ZIP code · Avg score 84/100 · Grade B · Updated 2026-07-19
ZipCheckup grade for West Baton Rouge: B.
This ZIP looks solid, with a few items worth a quick check.
Water utilities serving West Baton Rouge County's 1 ZIP code has 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
How West Baton Rouge County Compares
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: 2026-07-19
Key Risk Factors
Health risk index: 14.4 (asthma 10.4%, diabetes 14%)
Estimated additional annual cost per homeowner: $6,370, driven primarily by sea_level
Infrastructure: 0.38% avg pipe failure probability
54% of homes built before 1978 (lead paint era)
Violation History (2024–2025)
→ Stable trendEPA violation counts by year across West Baton Rouge County water systems. Health-based shown in red, total in blue.
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
Black markers indicate national averages. Source: CDC PLACES, Census ACS.
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: $6,370
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
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
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
Black markers = national averages. Red = above national avg. Green = below. Source: CDC PLACES, Census ACS.
Water systems serving West Baton Rouge County
7 community water systems serving West Baton Rouge County.
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Systems with the most violations in West Baton Rouge County
1 water system with recorded EPA violations.
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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 |
Recommended Buyer Guides for West Baton Rouge County
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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
- Water quality: EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS)
- Home values: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (median estimates by ZCTA)
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