Crittenden County, Arkansas
10 ZIP codes · Avg score 79/100 · Grade B · Updated 2026-06-04
Compared to state averages, Crittenden County scores well — its 10 ZIP codes sit above the baseline for tap water quality.
How Crittenden County Compares
How Crittenden County Compares
Crittenden County scores 3 points above the Arkansas state average (76/100) and 11 points above the national average (68/100).
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-04
ZIP Code Risk Map
Water Quality Map: Crittenden County, Arkansas
Each dot represents a ZIP code. Color indicates water quality grade. Tap a dot for details.
Key Risk Factors
Health risk index: 16.3 (asthma 11.6%, diabetes 16.5%)
Estimated additional annual cost per homeowner: $880, driven primarily by flood
Infrastructure: 0.338% avg pipe failure probability, 22% of ZIPs at high risk
51.2% of homes built before 1978 (lead paint era)
Violation History (2023–2025)
→ Stable trendEPA violation counts by year across Crittenden County water systems. Health-based shown in red, total in blue.
Peak year: 2024 with 15 violations. Past 5 years: 40 total (40 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: $880
Bar widths proportional to share of total annual risk cost. Source: compound risk model (FEMA, EPA, USGS).
Housing Age Distribution
20,543 housing units in Crittenden 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 Crittenden County
Remediation costs are relatively manageable for most homeowners in Crittenden 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 Crittenden 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 Crittenden County ranked by EPA violation count.
| # | Water System | Population | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Crawfordsville Waterworks | 2,103 | 80 |
| 2 | Heafer-black Oak Water Assoc | 436 | 75 |
| 3 | Gilmore Waterworks | 248 | 74 |
| 4 | HUGHES COMMUNITY WATER ASSOC | 2,195 | 60 |
| 5 | Marion Waterworks | 13,032 | 59 |
16 total water systems serve Crittenden County.
All ZIP Codes in Crittenden County
10 ZIP codes tracked in Crittenden County.
| # | ZIP Code | City | Safety Score | Grade | Violations | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 72303 | West Memphis | 95 | A | 0 | — |
| 2 | 72384 | Turrell | 87 | A | 14 (1 health) | $104K |
| 3 | 72364 | Marion | 86 | A | 5 (1 health) | $206K |
| 4 | 72376 | Proctor | 82 | B | 1 | $106K |
| 5 | 72327 | Crawfordsville | 81 | B | 54 (6 health) | $145K |
| 6 | 72301 | West Memphis | 80 | B | 0 | $119K |
| 7 | 72331 | Earle | 78 | B | 6 (4 health) | $73K |
| 8 | 72325 | Clarkedale | 66 | C | 0 | — |
| 9 | 72332 | Edmondson | 66 | C | 0 | $100K |
| 10 | 72339 | Gilmore | 66 | C | 0 | — |
Recommended Buyer Guides for Crittenden County
Independent picks. EPA-grounded. Matched here.
- Best Lead Paint Test Kits — 51.2% of homes built before 1978
- Best Under-Sink Reverse Osmosis Systems — Multi-contaminant removal at the kitchen tap
- Best Sump Pumps — Flood is the top compound risk factor
- Best Mold Test Kits — Flood-driven moisture and mold risk
Deep Dive Reports
Detailed analysis for Crittenden County, Arkansas
Overview
Crittenden County in Arkansas covers 10 ZIP codes with an average Home Safety Score of B (79/100).
5 of 10 ZIP codes have recorded EPA violations. 12 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.