Pulaski County, Arkansas
39 ZIP codes · Avg score 89/100 · Grade A · Updated 2026-06-03
For households in Pulaski County, the 39 ZIP codes on record show consistently safe tap water.
How Pulaski County Compares
How Pulaski County Compares
Pulaski County scores 13 points above the Arkansas state average (76/100) and 21 points above the national average (68/100).
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-03
ZIP Code Risk Map
Water Quality Map: Pulaski County, Arkansas
Each dot represents a ZIP code. Color indicates water quality grade. Tap a dot for details.
Key Risk Factors
Health risk index: 13.9 (asthma 10.3%, diabetes 12.9%)
Estimated additional annual cost per homeowner: $945, driven primarily by flood
Infrastructure: 0.281% avg pipe failure probability, 6% of ZIPs at high risk
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: $945
Bar widths proportional to share of total annual risk cost. Source: compound risk model (FEMA, EPA, USGS).
Water Safety Affordability
How much it costs to fix water issues relative to home values in Pulaski County
Remediation costs are relatively manageable for most homeowners in Pulaski 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 Pulaski 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 Pulaski County ranked by EPA violation count.
| # | Water System | Population | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Jacksonville Waterworks | 32,875 | 2 |
| 2 | Us Air Force Base Little Rock | 8,618 | 2 |
| 3 | CENTRAL ARKANSAS WATER | 368,455 | 1 |
| 4 | Cabot Waterworks | 26,770 | 1 |
| 5 | VILONIA WATERWORKS | 24,690 | 1 |
22 total water systems serve Pulaski County.
All ZIP Codes in Pulaski County
39 ZIP codes tracked in Pulaski County.
| # | ZIP Code | City | Safety Score | Grade | Violations | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 72216 | Little Rock | 99 | A | 0 | — |
| 2 | 72221 | Little Rock | 99 | A | 0 | — |
| 3 | 72222 | Little Rock | 99 | A | 0 | — |
| 4 | 72225 | Little Rock | 99 | A | 0 | — |
| 5 | 72255 | Little Rock | 99 | A | 0 | — |
| 6 | 72260 | Little Rock | 99 | A | 0 | — |
| 7 | 72295 | Little Rock | 99 | A | 0 | — |
| 8 | 72201 | Little Rock | 95 | A | 0 | $262K |
| 9 | 72214 | Little Rock | 95 | A | 0 | — |
| 10 | 72215 | Little Rock | 95 | A | 0 | — |
| 11 | 72217 | Little Rock | 95 | A | 0 | — |
| 12 | 72219 | Little Rock | 95 | A | 0 | — |
| 13 | 72231 | Little Rock | 95 | A | 0 | — |
| 14 | 72078 | Jacksonville | 93 | A | 1 | — |
| 15 | 72202 | Little Rock | 90 | A | 0 | $247K |
| 16 | 72203 | Little Rock | 90 | A | 0 | — |
| 17 | 72207 | Little Rock | 90 | A | 0 | $385K |
| 18 | 72210 | Little Rock | 90 | A | 0 | $228K |
| 19 | 72211 | Little Rock | 90 | A | 0 | $258K |
| 20 | 72212 | Little Rock | 90 | A | 0 | $341K |
| 21 | 72227 | Little Rock | 90 | A | 0 | $261K |
| 22 | 72119 | North Little Rock | 88 | A | 0 | — |
| 23 | 72124 | North Little Rock | 88 | A | 0 | — |
| 24 | 72190 | North Little Rock | 88 | A | 0 | — |
| 25 | 72199 | North Little Rock | 88 | A | 0 | — |
| 26 | 72115 | North Little Rock | 87 | A | 0 | — |
| 27 | 72135 | Roland | 87 | A | 0 | $249K |
| 28 | 72205 | Little Rock | 85 | A | 0 | $204K |
| 29 | 72206 | Little Rock | 85 | A | 0 | $132K |
| 30 | 72209 | Little Rock | 85 | A | 0 | $99K |
| 31 | 72223 | Little Rock | 85 | A | 0 | $435K |
| 32 | 72076 | Jacksonville | 83 | B | 1 | $156K |
| 33 | 72116 | North Little Rock | 82 | B | 0 | $219K |
| 34 | 72204 | Little Rock | 80 | B | 0 | $118K |
| 35 | 72114 | North Little Rock | 77 | B | 0 | $88K |
| 36 | 72117 | North Little Rock | 77 | B | 0 | $125K |
| 37 | 72118 | North Little Rock | 77 | B | 0 | $116K |
| 38 | 72099 | Little Rock Air Force Base | 66 | C | 0 | — |
| 39 | 72142 | Scott | 65 | C | 0 | $188K |
Recommended Buyer Guides for Pulaski 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 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 Pulaski County, Arkansas
Overview
Pulaski County in Arkansas covers 39 ZIP codes with an average Home Safety Score of A (89/100).
2 of 39 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.