Pike County, Arkansas
7 ZIP codes · Avg score 70/100 · Grade B · Updated 2026-06-03
Water systems in Pike County serve 7 ZIP codes with few reported safety events.
How Pike County Compares
How Pike County Compares
Pike County scores 6 points below the Arkansas state average (76/100) and 2 points above the national average (68/100).
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-03
ZIP Code Risk Map
Water Quality Map: Pike County, Arkansas
Each dot represents a ZIP code. Color indicates water quality grade. Tap a dot for details.
Key Risk Factors
Health risk index: 15.8 (asthma 10.3%, diabetes 14.7%)
Estimated additional annual cost per homeowner: $603, driven primarily by wildfire
Infrastructure: 0.387% avg pipe failure probability, 43% of ZIPs at high risk
54% of homes built before 1978 (lead paint era)
Violation History (2022–2025)
↑ Worsening trendEPA violation counts by year across Pike County water systems. Health-based shown in red, total in blue.
Peak year: 2025 with 40 violations. Past 5 years: 52 total (52 health-based). Health-based violations are rising versus the prior 2-year window — worth closer monitoring.
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: $603
Bar widths proportional to share of total annual risk cost. Source: compound risk model (FEMA, EPA, USGS).
Housing Age Distribution
4,973 housing units in Pike 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 Pike County
Remediation costs are relatively manageable for most homeowners in Pike 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 Pike 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 Pike County ranked by EPA violation count.
| # | Water System | Population | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Antoine Waterworks | 563 | 71 |
| 2 | Delight Waterworks | 1,577 | 37 |
| 3 | Nashville Rural Water Authority | 7,291 | 37 |
| 4 | Murfreesboro Waterworks | 1,645 | 37 |
| 5 | South Pike Company Water | 755 | 37 |
10 total water systems serve Pike County.
All ZIP Codes in Pike County
7 ZIP codes tracked in Pike County.
| # | ZIP Code | City | Safety Score | Grade | Violations | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 71943 | Glenwood | 87 | A | 0 | $124K |
| 2 | 71950 | Kirby | 87 | A | 3 | $116K |
| 3 | 71952 | Langley | 73 | B | 0 | $138K |
| 4 | 71958 | Murfreesboro | 69 | C | 5 (1 health) | $108K |
| 5 | 71959 | Newhope | 66 | C | 0 | $121K |
| 6 | 71922 | Antoine | 55 | C | 34 (19 health) | $43K |
| 7 | 71940 | Delight | 55 | C | 32 (19 health) | $99K |
Recommended Buyer Guides for Pike 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 — 54% 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 Pike County, Arkansas
Overview
Pike County in Arkansas covers 7 ZIP codes with an average Home Safety Score of B (70/100).
4 of 7 ZIP codes have recorded EPA violations. 39 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.