Jonesboro, AR Water Safety: 91/100 (2026)
4 ZIP codes · 6 water systems · Updated 2026-06-03
Within Jonesboro, safety indicators for tap water remain above the AR median — documented violations are infrequent and the city's compliance record sits in the upper tier.
How Jonesboro Compares
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-03
Jonesboro Water: The Quick Version
- Average lead level: 0.001 mg/L.
- Estimated remediation: $1,750 per household.
- CDC health risk index: 13.81 — above typical levels.
Water Systems Serving Jonesboro
Jonesboro, AR draws its residential water from 3 separate providers among the 6 federally tracked systems. Each operates independently, with its own infrastructure, rate structure, and compliance record.
Overview
We track water quality and home safety data for 4 ZIP codes in Jonesboro, Arkansas, covering 6 community water systems serving approximately 71,787 people.
No EPA violations recorded across any ZIP codes in Jonesboro — an excellent indicator of water quality.
Home Safety Score
Average Home Safety Score for Jonesboro: A (91/100)
The score combines three factors:
| Factor | What It Measures |
|---|---|
| Water Quality | EPA violations and compliance history |
| Lead Levels | 90th percentile lead concentration vs EPA action level |
| Radon Risk | EPA radon zone classification |
Water Sources
Jonesboro water systems draw from: Groundwater.
Lead & Copper
- Average lead level (90th percentile): 0.0010 mg/L (EPA action level: 0.015 mg/L)
- 0 ZIP codes exceed the EPA lead action level
Radon Risk
Dominant radon zone: Zone 3 (Low Risk)
- Zone 1 (High): 0 ZIP codes
- Zone 2 (Moderate): 0 ZIP codes
- Zone 3 (Low): 4 ZIP codes
Areas with No Violations
| ZIP Code | Safety Score | System | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| 72401 | B | Jonesboro Water System | 79,889 |
| 72402 | A | Jonesboro Water System | 79,889 |
| 72403 | A | Jonesboro Water System | 79,889 |
| 72404 | A | Jonesboro Water System | 79,889 |
All ZIP Codes in Jonesboro
Data Sources
- Water quality: EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS)
- Lead/copper: EPA Lead and Copper Rule sampling data
- Radon: EPA Map of Radon Zones
Updated daily.
CDC Health Data for Jonesboro
Source: CDC PLACES (County-level estimates). Water contamination can correlate with respiratory and chronic health conditions.
Compared to National Average
Vertical line = national average. ■ Above national · ■ Below national
Jonesboro: Remediation Cost in Perspective
When remediation costs are measured against Jonesboro home values, the resulting ratio is in the low tier — addressing documented water and safety issues here claims only a minor fraction of typical equity, and most homeowners are in a position where the financial commitment is straightforward rather than a material burden on their household budget.
Remediation costs in Jonesboro are relatively low compared to home values. The $1,150–$2,550 estimated range is a small fraction of median property value. Home values are 77% above the Arkansas average.
Protecting Children from Lead in Jonesboro
Why children are most at risk: The CDC states there is no safe level of lead exposure for children. Children under 6 absorb lead more readily than adults, and even low levels can cause developmental delays, learning difficulties, and behavioral problems.
Lead risk in Jonesboro appears low overall, but individual homes may differ. Testing is the only way to confirm your water's lead content.
Sources: EPA Lead and Copper Rule, U.S. Census Bureau ACS, CDC childhood lead poisoning prevention guidelines.
Climate-Related Water Risk for Jonesboro
Flood activity in Jonesboro is neither negligible nor at the level of the highest-exposure areas in the NFIP dataset. The 294-claim record and 50% flood zone coverage suggest a community that has experienced recurrent events but has not faced the kind of sustained, severe exposure where water-supply contamination becomes a primary public health concern. It sits in a middle range where flood history merits inclusion in any complete local water quality picture.
Jonesboro has a moderate flood history with 294 FEMA claims averaging $22,081 per payout. 50% of ZIP codes fall within FEMA flood zones. Flood events can contaminate drinking water and overwhelm treatment systems.
How flooding affects water quality: Flood events can introduce sewage, agricultural runoff, and industrial chemicals into water supplies. Even after floodwaters recede, contamination can persist in wells and aging infrastructure. Flood damage can add significantly to the estimated <strong>$1,750</strong> remediation cost per household.
Residents in flood-prone areas should consider flood insurance even outside FEMA zones — over 25% of flood claims come from low-to-moderate risk areas. After any flood event, test your water before drinking.
Source: FEMA National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) claims data, FEMA flood zone designations.
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