Claiborne County, Louisiana
5 ZIP codes · Avg score 91/100 · Grade A · Updated 2026-06-04
Unlike many counties its size, Claiborne County keeps violation rates low — all 5 ZIP codes score at or above the state average for tap water safety, with no systemic concerns flagged in the current data set.
How Claiborne County Compares
How Claiborne County Compares
Claiborne County scores 20 points above the Louisiana state average (71/100) and 23 points above the national average (68/100).
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-04
ZIP Code Risk Map
Water Quality Map: Claiborne County, Louisiana
Each dot represents a ZIP code. Color indicates water quality grade. Tap a dot for details.
Key Risk Factors
Health risk index: 19.9 (asthma 11%, diabetes 22.8%)
Estimated additional annual cost per homeowner: $1,120, driven primarily by energy_code_gap
Infrastructure: 0.432% avg pipe failure probability, 60% of ZIPs at high risk
79.4% of homes built before 1978 (lead paint era)
Violation History (2021–2025)
↑ Worsening trendEPA violation counts by year across Claiborne County water systems. Health-based shown in red, total in blue.
Peak year: 2025 with 4 violations. Past 5 years: 13 total (13 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: $1,120
Bar widths proportional to share of total annual risk cost. Source: compound risk model (FEMA, EPA, USGS).
Housing Age Distribution
6,133 housing units in Claiborne 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 Claiborne County
Remediation costs are relatively manageable for most homeowners in Claiborne 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 Claiborne 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 Claiborne County ranked by EPA violation count.
| # | Water System | Population | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Leatherman Creek Water System | 375 | 16 |
| 2 | Homer Water System | 3,427 | 15 |
| 3 | Central Claiborne Water System | 2,859 | 15 |
| 4 | David Wade Correctional Center Ws | 1,660 | 15 |
| 5 | Haynesville Water System | 3,600 | 4 |
11 total water systems serve Claiborne County.
All ZIP Codes in Claiborne County
5 ZIP codes tracked in Claiborne County.
| # | ZIP Code | City | Safety Score | Grade | Violations | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 71003 | Athens | 99 | A | 1 | $91K |
| 2 | 71079 | Summerfield | 99 | A | 0 | $85K |
| 3 | 71048 | Lisbon | 94 | A | 1 (1 health) | $55K |
| 4 | 71038 | Haynesville | 92 | A | 4 (3 health) | $85K |
| 5 | 71040 | Homer | 70 | B | 15 (6 health) | $77K |
Recommended Buyer Guides for Claiborne County
Independent picks. EPA-grounded. Matched here.
- Best Lead Paint Test Kits — 79.4% of homes built before 1978
- Best Under-Sink Reverse Osmosis Systems — Multi-contaminant removal at the kitchen tap
Deep Dive Reports
Detailed analysis for Claiborne County, Louisiana
Overview
Claiborne County in Louisiana covers 5 ZIP codes with an average Home Safety Score of A (91/100).
4 of 5 ZIP codes have recorded EPA violations. 10 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.