Marion County, Arkansas
7 ZIP codes · Avg score 73/100 · Grade B · Updated 2026-06-03
Based on current EPA data, Marion County's 7 ZIP codes maintain an above-average drinking water safety record.
How Marion County Compares
How Marion County Compares
Marion County scores 3 points below the Arkansas state average (76/100) and 5 points above the national average (68/100).
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-03
ZIP Code Risk Map
Water Quality Map: Marion County, Arkansas
Each dot represents a ZIP code. Color indicates water quality grade. Tap a dot for details.
Key Risk Factors
Health risk index: 16.9 (asthma 10.3%, diabetes 16.4%)
Estimated additional annual cost per homeowner: $620, driven primarily by wildfire
Infrastructure: 0.337% avg pipe failure probability, 14% of ZIPs at high risk
53.9% 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: $620
Bar widths proportional to share of total annual risk cost. Source: compound risk model (FEMA, EPA, USGS).
Housing Age Distribution
8,255 housing units in Marion 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 Marion County
Remediation costs are relatively manageable for most homeowners in Marion 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 Marion 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 Marion County ranked by EPA violation count.
| # | Water System | Population | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Yellville Waterworks | 2,630 | 19 |
| 2 | Pyatt Waterworks | 488 | 19 |
| 3 | Summit Waterworks | 675 | 16 |
| 4 | Flippin Waterworks | 3,870 | 3 |
| 5 | Valley Springs Waterworks | 3,400 | 3 |
8 total water systems serve Marion County.
All ZIP Codes in Marion County
7 ZIP codes tracked in Marion County.
| # | ZIP Code | City | Safety Score | Grade | Violations | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 72634 | Flippin | 83 | B | 0 | $150K |
| 2 | 72682 | Valley Springs | 77 | B | 3 | $93K |
| 3 | 72687 | Yellville | 74 | B | 3 | $164K |
| 4 | 72619 | Bull Shoals | 72 | B | 0 | $159K |
| 5 | 72677 | Summit | 72 | B | 1 | $158K |
| 6 | 72661 | Oakland | 70 | B | 1 | $151K |
| 7 | 72672 | Pyatt | 66 | C | 12 (5 health) | — |
Recommended Buyer Guides for Marion County
Where county records show a lead exceedance or pre-1978 housing concentration, lead-specific filters and test kits move toward the top of the list.
- Best Lead Paint Test Kits — 53.9% 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 Marion County, Arkansas
Overview
Marion County in Arkansas covers 7 ZIP codes with an average Home Safety Score of B (73/100).
5 of 7 ZIP codes have recorded EPA violations. 5 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.