Choctaw County, Mississippi
7 ZIP codes · Avg score 78/100 · Grade B · Updated 2026-07-19
ZipCheckup grade for Choctaw: B.
This ZIP looks solid, with a few items worth a quick check.
Recent water monitoring in Choctaw County shows 7 ZIP codes with consistently safe results.
How Choctaw County Compares
How Choctaw County Compares
Choctaw County scores 3 points below the Mississippi state average (81/100) and 10 points above the national average (68/100).
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-07-19
ZIP Code Risk Map
Water Quality Map: Choctaw County, Mississippi
Each dot represents a ZIP code. Color indicates water quality grade. Tap a dot for details.
Key Risk Factors
Health risk index: 15.6 (asthma 9.7%, diabetes 16%)
Estimated additional annual cost per homeowner: $501, driven primarily by flood
Infrastructure: 0.363% avg pipe failure probability, 14% of ZIPs at high risk
56.4% of homes built before 1978 (lead paint era)
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: $501
Bar widths proportional to share of total annual risk cost. Source: compound risk model (FEMA, EPA, USGS).
Housing Age Distribution
5,819 housing units in Choctaw 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 Choctaw County
Remediation costs are relatively manageable for most homeowners in Choctaw 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 Choctaw County residents
Black markers = national averages. Red = above national avg. Green = below. Source: CDC PLACES, Census ACS.
Water systems serving Choctaw County
8 community water systems serving Choctaw County.
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18 total water systems serve Choctaw County.
Systems with the most violations in Choctaw County
3 water systems with recorded EPA violations.
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All ZIP Codes in Choctaw County
7 ZIP codes tracked in Choctaw County.
| # | ZIP Code | City | Safety Score | Grade | Violations | Home Value |
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| 1 | 39735 | Ackerman | 94 | A | 12 (1 health) | $139K |
| 2 | 39772 | Weir | 93 | A | 3 | $86K |
| 3 | 39752 | Mathiston | 82 | B | 5 | $114K |
| 4 | 39108 | Mc Cool | 73 | B | 0 | $72K |
| 5 | 39745 | French Camp | 73 | B | 0 | $115K |
| 6 | 39737 | Bellefontaine | 66 | C | 0 | $168K |
| 7 | 39771 | Walthall | 66 | C | 0 | $108K |
Recommended Buyer Guides for Choctaw County
Below: editorial picks, no sponsored placements.
- Best Lead Paint Test Kits — 56.4% of homes built before 1978
- 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 Choctaw County, Mississippi
Overview
Choctaw County in Mississippi covers 7 ZIP codes with an average Home Safety Score of B (78/100).
3 of 7 ZIP codes have recorded EPA violations. 1 health-based violation 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.