Jefferson County, Arkansas
17 ZIP codes · Avg score 79/100 · Grade B · Updated 2026-06-03
Spanning 17 ZIP codes, Jefferson County posts strong drinking water compliance — most systems have never triggered a health-based notice.
How Jefferson County Compares
How Jefferson County Compares
Jefferson 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: 2026-06-03
ZIP Code Risk Map
Water Quality Map: Jefferson County, Arkansas
Each dot represents a ZIP code. Color indicates water quality grade. Tap a dot for details.
Key Risk Factors
Health risk index: 16.2 (asthma 11.1%, diabetes 17%)
Estimated additional annual cost per homeowner: $1,058, driven primarily by flood
Infrastructure: 0.305% avg pipe failure probability, 13% of ZIPs at high risk
50.3% of homes built before 1978 (lead paint era)
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: $1,058
Bar widths proportional to share of total annual risk cost. Source: compound risk model (FEMA, EPA, USGS).
Housing Age Distribution
34,900 housing units in Jefferson 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 Jefferson County
Remediation costs are relatively manageable for most homeowners in Jefferson 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 Jefferson 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 Jefferson County ranked by EPA violation count.
| # | Water System | Population | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Grand Prairie Regional Water | 15,204 | 29 |
| 2 | Wabbaseka Waterworks | 286 | 22 |
| 3 | Altheimer Waterworks | 765 | 7 |
| 4 | Arsenal Water System | 600 | 2 |
| 5 | Liberty Utilities | 43,438 | 1 |
22 total water systems serve Jefferson County.
All ZIP Codes in Jefferson County
17 ZIP codes tracked in Jefferson County.
| # | ZIP Code | City | Safety Score | Grade | Violations | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 71611 | Pine Bluff | 99 | A | 0 | — |
| 2 | 71613 | Pine Bluff | 99 | A | 0 | — |
| 3 | 71612 | White Hall | 88 | A | 1 | — |
| 4 | 72079 | Jefferson | 88 | A | 0 | $165K |
| 5 | 72132 | Redfield | 87 | A | 0 | $116K |
| 6 | 71601 | Pine Bluff | 85 | A | 0 | $68K |
| 7 | 72046 | England | 82 | B | 0 | $99K |
| 8 | 71603 | Pine Bluff | 80 | B | 0 | $116K |
| 9 | 72004 | Altheimer | 76 | B | 7 | $75K |
| 10 | 72065 | Hensley | 73 | B | 0 | $192K |
| 11 | 72175 | Wabbaseka | 73 | B | 22 | $71K |
| 12 | 72180 | Woodson | 73 | B | 0 | — |
| 13 | 71602 | White Hall | 72 | B | 1 | $136K |
| 14 | 71659 | Moscow | 66 | C | 0 | — |
| 15 | 72133 | Reydell | 65 | C | 0 | — |
| 16 | 72152 | Sherrill | 65 | C | 0 | — |
| 17 | 72182 | Wright | 65 | C | 0 | — |
Recommended Buyer Guides for Jefferson County
Below: editorial picks, no sponsored placements.
- Best Lead Paint Test Kits — 50.3% of homes built before 1978
- 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 Jefferson County, Arkansas
Overview
Jefferson County in Arkansas covers 17 ZIP codes with an average Home Safety Score of B (79/100).
4 of 17 ZIP codes have recorded EPA violations. All violations are monitoring/reporting type.
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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.