Jacksonville, MO Water Safety: 53/100 (2026)
1 ZIP code · 3 water systems · Updated 2026-06-03
Across Jacksonville, EPA compliance records fall well below MO averages — documented health-based violations affect multiple service areas, and the city's sustained low grade reflects a persistent pattern across reporting cycles.
How Jacksonville Compares
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-03
Key Facts for Jacksonville Residents
- Homes built before 1986: 62% — older plumbing may contain lead solder.
- Estimated remediation: $900 per household.
- CDC health risk index: 14.63 — above typical levels.
Jacksonville's Water Providers
3 independent water providers serve Jacksonville, MO — 3 systems appear in federal records.
Overview
We track water quality and home safety data for 1 ZIP code in Jacksonville, Missouri (population ~454), covering 3 community water systems serving approximately 37,528 people region-wide.
No EPA violations recorded across any ZIP codes in Jacksonville — an excellent indicator of water quality.
Home Safety Score
Average Home Safety Score for Jacksonville: D (53/100)
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
Jacksonville water systems draw from: Surface water.
Lead & Copper
- Lead data: not yet available for Jacksonville
- 0 ZIP codes exceed the EPA lead action level
Radon Risk
Dominant radon zone: Zone 2 (Moderate Risk)
The EPA recommends testing homes in Zone 1 and Zone 2 areas for radon.
Areas with No Violations
| ZIP Code | Safety Score | System | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| 65260 | D | Macon Company Pwsd 1 | 12,865 |
All ZIP Codes in Jacksonville
- 65260 [D]
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.
Jacksonville Community Health Snapshot
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
Jacksonville Infrastructure Age
With 62% of homes built before 1986, lead solder in plumbing is a potential concern. The EPA banned lead solder in 1986, but many older homes retain original plumbing.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS).
Housing Age Profile
Because the majority of Jacksonville's housing predates 1986, when lead solder was banned from new plumbing, the median build year of 1974 reflects a city where lead-era plumbing materials are common rather than exceptional.
Over half of homes in Jacksonville were built before 1986, when lead solder was banned. Older plumbing may leach lead into drinking water, especially with corrosive water chemistry.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS B25034.
How Remediation Costs Compare in Jacksonville
Equity impact data for Jacksonville lands in the favorable tier — remediation claims a small slice of what properties here are worth.
Remediation costs in Jacksonville are relatively low compared to home values. The $300–$1,600 estimated range is a small fraction of median property value. Home values are 46% below the Missouri average.
Jacksonville: Lead Risk & Vulnerable Populations
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.
Even where utility-side monitoring meets Lead and Copper Rule requirements, the 62% pre-rule share in Jacksonville keeps interior-plumbing variation as a household-level question that aggregate data cannot resolve.
Sources: EPA Lead and Copper Rule, U.S. Census Bureau ACS, CDC childhood lead poisoning prevention guidelines.
What You Can Do in Jacksonville
- Test your water at home. City-level data shows averages — your tap may differ. NSF-certified test kits cost $20-40 and give results in days.
- Install a certified water filter. An NSF-certified pitcher or under-sink filter removes most common contaminants.
- Check your home's plumbing. With 62% of homes built before 1986, lead solder is a real possibility.
- Review your water system's CCR. Your utility publishes an annual Consumer Confidence Report with detailed test results. Request it or find it online.
Deep Dive Reports
Detailed analysis for Jacksonville, MO