COUNTY REPORT LA

De Soto County, Louisiana

8 ZIP codes · Avg score 73/100 · Grade B · Updated 2026-06-04

Although county size varies, De Soto County's 8 ZIP codes share reliably safe tap water records and above-average compliance scores.

How De Soto County Compares

De Soto County73/100
Louisiana avg71/100
National avg68/100

How De Soto County Compares

B
County Grade
73/100
Avg Safety Score
8
ZIP Codes
11
Water Systems

De Soto County scores 2 points above the Louisiana state average (71/100) and 5 points above the national average (68/100).

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

B
County Grade
73
Avg Safety Score
8
ZIP Codes
Best ZIP: 71063 (99/100)
Lowest ZIP: 71050 (50/100)
$93K
Median Home Value
$1,950
Avg Remediation (211% of home value)

ZIP Code Risk Map

Water Quality Map: De Soto 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: 17 (asthma 10.9%, diabetes 17.8%)

Estimated additional annual cost per homeowner: $606, driven primarily by flood

Infrastructure: 0.316% avg pipe failure probability, 14% of ZIPs at high risk

41.7% of homes built before 1978 (lead paint era)

Violation History (2021–2025)

↑ Worsening trend

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

2021
1 (1 health)
2022
1 (1 health)
2023
4 (4 health)
2024
19 (19 health)
2025
38 (38 health)

Peak year: 2025 with 38 violations. Past 5 years: 63 total (63 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 10.9% (national: 8.9%)
Diabetes 17.8% (national: 10.5%)
Obesity 44.4% (national: 32.4%)

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

Infrastructure Overview

1983
Median Build Year
41.7%
Pre-1978 Housing
32%
Pipe Failure Probability
14%
ZIPs at High Infra Risk
Moderate
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: $606

Flood $250/yr
Energy Code Gap $225/yr
Wildfire $113/yr

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

Housing Age Distribution

11,690 housing units in De Soto County

Pre-1940 4%
1940–1959 9%
1960–1979 25%
1980–1999 31%
2000+ 31%

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 De Soto County

$93K
Median Home Value
$1,950
Est. Remediation Cost
2.1%
of Home Value
Remediation as % of home value moderate burden

Water safety remediation is a moderate expense relative to home values. Most homeowners can address issues through staged improvements over time.

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 De Soto County residents

Asthma 10.9% (US avg: 8.9%)
Diabetes 17.8% (US avg: 11%)
Obesity 44.4% (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 De Soto County ranked by EPA violation count.

# Water System Population Violations
1 Mansfield Water System 7,512 41
2 South Mansfield Water System 933 38
3 Desoto Parish Water Works District 1 7,887 38
4 East Desoto Water System 1,455 38
5 South Desoto Water System 963 38

11 total water systems serve De Soto County.

All ZIP Codes in De Soto County

8 ZIP codes tracked in De Soto County.

# ZIP Code City Safety Score Grade Violations Home Value
1 71063 Pelican 99 A 0 $73K
2 71078 Stonewall 89 A 2 $260K
3 71032 Grand Cane 82 B 3 (1 health) $178K
4 71049 Logansport 81 B 6 (5 health) $78K
5 71046 Keatchie 66 C 22 (11 health) $77K
6 71052 Mansfield 65 C 38 (30 health) $93K
7 71027 Frierson 50 D 0 $186K
8 71050 Longstreet 50 D 0

Recommended Buyer Guides for De Soto County

Editorial methodology pairs each documented risk in this county with the buyer category that addresses it, drawing on water-quality detections, housing-stock lead exposure, EPA Radon Zone designation, and FEMA flood and wildfire ratings. NSF-certified options surface where applicable, and products that match the specific contaminant take priority.

Overview

De Soto County in Louisiana covers 8 ZIP codes with an average Home Safety Score of B (73/100).

5 of 8 ZIP codes have recorded EPA violations. 47 health-based violations have been documented.

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Data Sources

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is water safe in De Soto County?
De Soto County receives a grade of B, indicating generally safe tap water across its 8 ZIP codes.
How many water systems serve De Soto County?
De Soto County is served by 11 public water systems that supply drinking water to residents across 8 ZIP codes.
What is the biggest environmental risk in De Soto County?
The primary environmental risk factor in De Soto County is flood. This contributes to an estimated additional annual cost of $606 per homeowner.
How old are homes in De Soto County?
The median home build year in De Soto County is 1983. 41.7% of homes were built before 1978, which means they may contain lead-based paint and older plumbing materials.
How does De Soto County compare to Louisiana?
De Soto County has an average water safety score of 73/100, which is above the Louisiana state average of 71/100.

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