Boone County, Arkansas
9 ZIP codes · Avg score 69/100 · Grade C · Updated 2026-06-03
Water systems across Boone County's 9 ZIP codes produce average compliance results overall — pockets with documented violations exist, and the variation between areas makes ZIP-level lookup the most useful tool for residents here.
How Boone County Compares
How Boone County Compares
Boone County scores 7 points below the Arkansas state average (76/100) and 1 points above the national average (68/100).
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-03
ZIP Code Risk Map
Water Quality Map: Boone County, Arkansas
Each dot represents a ZIP code. Color indicates water quality grade. Tap a dot for details.
Key Risk Factors
Health risk index: 15.3 (asthma 10.2%, diabetes 13.5%)
Estimated additional annual cost per homeowner: $807, driven primarily by wildfire
Infrastructure: 0.359% avg pipe failure probability, 44% of ZIPs at high risk
61.8% of homes built before 1978 (lead paint era)
Violation History (2023–2025)
→ Stable trendEPA violation counts by year across Boone County water systems. Health-based shown in red, total in blue.
Peak year: 2023 with 10 violations. Past 5 years: 24 total (24 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: $807
Bar widths proportional to share of total annual risk cost. Source: compound risk model (FEMA, EPA, USGS).
Housing Age Distribution
18,567 housing units in Boone 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 Boone County
Remediation costs are relatively manageable for most homeowners in Boone 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 Boone County residents
Black markers = national averages. Red = above national avg. Green = below. Source: CDC PLACES, Census ACS.
Water Systems with Most Violations
Top 5 systems in Boone County ranked by EPA violation count.
| # | Water System | Population | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Diamond City Water | 1,290 | 37 |
| 2 | Bergman Waterworks | 3,285 | 36 |
| 3 | Ozark Mtn Regional Pwa | — | 36 |
| 4 | Lead Hill Waterworks | 525 | 34 |
| 5 | Lake Bull Shoals Estates Water | 60 | 34 |
17 total water systems serve Boone County.
All ZIP Codes in Boone County
9 ZIP codes tracked in Boone County.
| # | ZIP Code | City | Safety Score | Grade | Violations | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 72602 | Harrison | 82 | B | 2 | — |
| 2 | 72601 | Harrison | 77 | B | 2 | $177K |
| 3 | 72611 | Alpena | 72 | B | 0 | $107K |
| 4 | 72615 | Bergman | 72 | B | 0 | — |
| 5 | 72630 | Diamond City | 72 | B | 1 | $128K |
| 6 | 72662 | Omaha | 72 | B | 0 | $205K |
| 7 | 72633 | Everton | 70 | B | 1 | $154K |
| 8 | 72644 | Lead Hill | 55 | C | 34 (14 health) | $100K |
| 9 | 72668 | Peel | 53 | D | 0 | — |
Recommended Buyer Guides for Boone County
Four sources — EPA, NSF, FEMA, CDC — drive the match.
- Best Lead Paint Test Kits — 61.8% of homes built before 1978
- Best Under-Sink Reverse Osmosis Systems — Multi-contaminant removal at the kitchen tap
- Best HEPA Air Purifiers for Wildfire Smoke — Wildfire is the top compound risk factor
Deep Dive Reports
Detailed analysis for Boone County, Arkansas
Overview
Boone County in Arkansas covers 9 ZIP codes with an average Home Safety Score of C (69/100).
5 of 9 ZIP codes have recorded EPA violations. 14 health-based violations 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)
Updated daily.