COUNTY REPORT LA

Concordia County, Louisiana

5 ZIP codes · Avg score 74/100 · Grade B · Updated 2026-06-04

Unlike many counties its size, Concordia 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 Concordia County Compares

Concordia County74/100
Louisiana avg71/100
National avg68/100

How Concordia County Compares

B
County Grade
74/100
Avg Safety Score
5
ZIP Codes
7
Water Systems

Concordia County scores 3 points above the Louisiana state average (71/100) and 6 points above the national average (68/100).

Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-04

B
County Grade
74
Avg Safety Score
5
ZIP Codes
Best ZIP: 71354 (90/100)
Lowest ZIP: 71334 (55/100)
$112K
Median Home Value
$1,500
Avg Remediation (134% of home value)

ZIP Code Risk Map

Water Quality Map: Concordia County, Louisiana

Each dot represents a ZIP code. Color indicates water quality grade. Tap a dot for details.

A B C D F

Key Risk Factors

Health risk index: 18.2 (asthma 11.1%, diabetes 19.8%)

Estimated additional annual cost per homeowner: $2,242, driven primarily by flood

Infrastructure: 0.356% avg pipe failure probability, 40% of ZIPs at high risk

55.4% of homes built before 1978 (lead paint era)

Violation History (2022–2025)

↑ Worsening trend

EPA violation counts by year across Concordia County water systems. Health-based shown in red, total in blue.

2022
1 (1 health)
2023
1 (1 health)
2024
10 (10 health)
2025
21 (21 health)

Peak year: 2025 with 21 violations. Past 5 years: 33 total (33 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

Asthma 11.1% (national: 8.9%)
Diabetes 19.8% (national: 10.5%)
Obesity 45.6% (national: 32.4%)

Black markers indicate national averages. Source: CDC PLACES, Census ACS.

Infrastructure Overview

1975
Median Build Year
55.4%
Pre-1978 Housing
36%
Pipe Failure Probability
40%
ZIPs at High Infra Risk
Low
Lead Pipe Risk

Sources: Census ACS (housing age), EPA SDWIS (infrastructure risk model), state bridge inspection data.

Compound Risk Breakdown

Estimated additional annual cost per homeowner: $2,242

Flood $1,720/yr
Energy Code Gap $432/yr
Water / Lead $90/yr

Bar widths proportional to share of total annual risk cost. Source: compound risk model (FEMA, EPA, USGS).

Housing Age Distribution

9,318 housing units in Concordia County

Pre-1940 3%
1940–1959 20%
1960–1979 34%
1980–1999 26%
2000+ 18%

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 Concordia County

$112K
Median Home Value
$1,500
Est. Remediation Cost
1.3%
of Home Value
Remediation as % of home value low burden

Remediation costs are relatively manageable for most homeowners in Concordia 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 Concordia County residents

Asthma 11.1% (US avg: 8.9%)
Diabetes 19.8% (US avg: 11%)
Obesity 45.6% (US avg: 32.4%)

Black markers = national averages. Red = above national avg. Green = below. Source: CDC PLACES, Census ACS.

Water Systems with Most Violations

Top 5 systems in Concordia County ranked by EPA violation count.

# Water System Population Violations
1 Town of Ferriday Water System 4,193 74
2 City of Vidalia Water System 6,354 74
3 Concordia Waterworks District 1 6,921 70
4 Town of Clayton Water System 723 70
5 Lake St John Waterworks District 1 2,067 70

7 total water systems serve Concordia County.

All ZIP Codes in Concordia County

5 ZIP codes tracked in Concordia County.

# ZIP Code City Safety Score Grade Violations Home Value
1 71354 Monterey 90 A 1 $103K
2 71378 Wisner 84 B 9 (3 health) $124K
3 71373 Vidalia 79 B 4 (1 health) $120K
4 71316 Acme 60 C 0
5 71334 Ferriday 55 C 70 (41 health) $80K

Recommended Buyer Guides for Concordia County

Four sources — EPA, NSF, FEMA, CDC — drive the match.

Overview

Concordia County in Louisiana covers 5 ZIP codes with an average Home Safety Score of B (74/100).

4 of 5 ZIP codes have recorded EPA violations. 45 health-based violations have been documented.

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Data Sources

Updated daily.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is water safe in Concordia County?
Concordia County receives a grade of B, indicating generally safe tap water across its 5 ZIP codes.
How many water systems serve Concordia County?
Concordia County is served by 7 public water systems that supply drinking water to residents across 5 ZIP codes.
What is the biggest environmental risk in Concordia County?
The primary environmental risk factor in Concordia County is flood. This contributes to an estimated additional annual cost of $2,242 per homeowner.
How old are homes in Concordia County?
The median home build year in Concordia County is 1975. 55.4% of homes were built before 1978, which means they may contain lead-based paint and older plumbing materials.
How does Concordia County compare to Louisiana?
Concordia County has an average water safety score of 74/100, which is above the Louisiana state average of 71/100.

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