Jackson County, Arkansas
9 ZIP codes · Avg score 74/100 · Grade B · Updated 2026-06-03
Water utilities serving Jackson County's 9 ZIP codes have 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 Jackson County Compares
How Jackson County Compares
Jackson County scores 2 points below the Arkansas state average (76/100) and 6 points above the national average (68/100).
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-03
ZIP Code Risk Map
Water Quality Map: Jackson County, Arkansas
Each dot represents a ZIP code. Color indicates water quality grade. Tap a dot for details.
Key Risk Factors
Health risk index: 16.5 (asthma 11%, diabetes 15.3%)
Estimated additional annual cost per homeowner: $689, driven primarily by flood
Infrastructure: 0.379% avg pipe failure probability, 25% of ZIPs at high risk
68.8% of homes built before 1978 (lead paint era)
Violation History (2023–2024)
→ Stable trendEPA violation counts by year across Jackson County water systems. Health-based shown in red, total in blue.
Peak year: 2023 with 4 violations. Past 5 years: 8 total (8 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: $689
Bar widths proportional to share of total annual risk cost. Source: compound risk model (FEMA, EPA, USGS).
Housing Age Distribution
2,058 housing units in Jackson 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 Jackson County
Water safety remediation is a moderate expense relative to home values. Most homeowners can address issues through staged improvements over time.
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 Jackson 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 Jackson County ranked by EPA violation count.
| # | Water System | Population | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tuckerman Waterworks | 1,817 | 12 |
| 2 | North Jackson Company Rural Water Assn | 807 | 12 |
| 3 | GRUBBS WATERWORKS | 823 | 8 |
| 4 | NEWPORT WATERWORKS | 6,204 | 8 |
| 5 | Campbell Station Waterworks | 245 | 8 |
9 total water systems serve Jackson County.
All ZIP Codes in Jackson County
9 ZIP codes tracked in Jackson County.
| # | ZIP Code | City | Safety Score | Grade | Violations | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 72014 | Beedeville | 87 | A | 2 | $71K |
| 2 | 72471 | Swifton | 83 | B | 4 (4 health) | $70K |
| 3 | 72075 | Jacksonport | 76 | B | 7 | — |
| 4 | 72473 | Tuckerman | 74 | B | 8 | $84K |
| 5 | 72043 | Diaz | 73 | B | 0 | — |
| 6 | 72410 | Alicia | 73 | B | 0 | $63K |
| 7 | 72431 | Grubbs | 70 | B | 0 | — |
| 8 | 72005 | Amagon | 66 | C | 0 | — |
| 9 | 72169 | Tupelo | 66 | C | 0 | $83K |
Recommended Buyer Guides for Jackson County
Strictly editorial — no paid placements influence which guides appear; the selection draws on NSF certifications and EPA detection records for water systems serving this county.
- Best Water Filters for Lead — Lead above EPA action level in 1 ZIP code
- Best Lead Paint Test Kits — 68.8% 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 Jackson County, Arkansas
Overview
Jackson County in Arkansas covers 9 ZIP codes with an average Home Safety Score of B (74/100).
4 of 9 ZIP codes have recorded EPA violations. 4 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.