Rapides County, Louisiana
30 ZIP codes · Avg score 69/100 · Grade C · Updated 2026-06-03
Monitoring figures for Rapides County indicate average water quality overall — some ZIP codes among the 30 tracked have recorded health-based violations, while others operate cleanly, making individual ZIP-level data the most actionable reference point.
How Rapides County Compares
How Rapides County Compares
Rapides County scores 2 points below the Louisiana state average (71/100) and 1 points above the national average (68/100).
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-03
ZIP Code Risk Map
Water Quality Map: Rapides County, Louisiana
Each dot represents a ZIP code. Color indicates water quality grade. Tap a dot for details.
Key Risk Factors
Health risk index: 15.5 (asthma 10.6%, diabetes 15.6%)
Estimated additional annual cost per homeowner: $4,345, driven primarily by sea_level
Infrastructure: 0.338% avg pipe failure probability, 23% of ZIPs at high risk
54.4% of homes built before 1978 (lead paint era)
Violation History (2021–2025)
↑ Worsening trendEPA violation counts by year across Rapides County water systems. Health-based shown in red, total in blue.
Peak year: 2024 with 65 violations. Past 5 years: 125 total (125 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: $4,345
Bar widths proportional to share of total annual risk cost. Source: compound risk model (FEMA, EPA, USGS).
Housing Age Distribution
56,858 housing units in Rapides 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 Rapides County
Remediation costs are relatively manageable for most homeowners in Rapides 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 Rapides 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 Rapides County ranked by EPA violation count.
| # | Water System | Population | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | City of Alexandria Water System | 66,798 | 263 |
| 2 | Veterans Administration | 1,330 | 260 |
| 3 | Vixen Water System | 774 | 259 |
| 4 | Latanier Water Association | 357 | 259 |
| 5 | Town of Woodworth Water System | 4,818 | 78 |
23 total water systems serve Rapides County.
All ZIP Codes in Rapides County
30 ZIP codes tracked in Rapides County.
| # | ZIP Code | City | Safety Score | Grade | Violations | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 71430 | Forest Hill | 95 | A | 0 | $175K |
| 2 | 71438 | Hineston | 95 | A | 0 | $158K |
| 3 | 71359 | Pineville | 94 | A | 1 (1 health) | — |
| 4 | 71447 | Lena | 94 | A | 1 (1 health) | $88K |
| 5 | 71477 | Tioga | 90 | A | 1 | — |
| 6 | 71361 | Pineville | 89 | A | 1 (1 health) | — |
| 7 | 71409 | Boyce | 89 | A | 3 (1 health) | $177K |
| 8 | 71433 | Glenmora | 89 | A | 4 (1 health) | $151K |
| 9 | 71325 | Cheneyville | 88 | A | 4 (2 health) | $172K |
| 10 | 71485 | Woodworth | 85 | A | 0 | $291K |
| 11 | 71360 | Pineville | 79 | B | 1 (1 health) | $196K |
| 12 | 71328 | Deville | 75 | B | 0 | $167K |
| 13 | 71306 | Alexandria | 70 | B | 37 (21 health) | — |
| 14 | 71307 | Alexandria | 70 | B | 37 (21 health) | — |
| 15 | 71315 | Alexandria | 70 | B | 37 (21 health) | — |
| 16 | 71309 | Alexandria | 65 | C | 37 (21 health) | — |
| 17 | 71434 | Gorum | 60 | C | 0 | $135K |
| 18 | 71448 | Longleaf | 60 | C | 0 | — |
| 19 | 71466 | Otis | 60 | C | 0 | $146K |
| 20 | 71301 | Alexandria | 55 | C | 37 (21 health) | $157K |
| 21 | 71302 | Alexandria | 55 | C | 37 (21 health) | $103K |
| 22 | 71303 | Alexandria | 55 | C | 37 (21 health) | $233K |
| 23 | 71323 | Center Point | 52 | D | 0 | $179K |
| 24 | 71348 | Libuse | 52 | D | 0 | — |
| 25 | 71365 | Ruby | 50 | D | 0 | — |
| 26 | 71427 | Flatwoods | 50 | D | 0 | $129K |
| 27 | 71431 | Gardner | 50 | D | 0 | — |
| 28 | 71455 | Mora | 50 | D | 0 | — |
| 29 | 71472 | Sieper | 50 | D | 0 | — |
| 30 | 71405 | Ball | 47 | D | 0 | $177K |
Recommended Buyer Guides for Rapides 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 Lead Paint Test Kits — 54.4% of homes built before 1978
- Best Under-Sink Reverse Osmosis Systems — Multi-contaminant removal at the kitchen tap
Deep Dive Reports
Detailed analysis for Rapides County, Louisiana
Overview
Rapides County in Louisiana covers 30 ZIP codes with an average Home Safety Score of C (69/100).
15 of 30 ZIP codes have recorded EPA violations. 155 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.