Holmes County, Mississippi
8 ZIP codes · Avg score 86/100 · Grade A · Updated 2026-07-19
ZipCheckup grade for Holmes: A.
No federal data flags a major home-safety concern for this ZIP.
Compared to state averages, Holmes County scores well - its 8 ZIP codes sit above the baseline for tap water quality.
How Holmes County Compares
How Holmes County Compares
Holmes County scores 5 points above the Mississippi state average (81/100) and 18 points above the national average (68/100).
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-07-19
ZIP Code Risk Map
Water Quality Map: Holmes County, Mississippi
Each dot represents a ZIP code. Color indicates water quality grade. Tap a dot for details.
Key Risk Factors
Health risk index: 18.1 (asthma 11.2%, diabetes 21.9%)
Estimated additional annual cost per homeowner: $871, driven primarily by flood
Infrastructure: 0.383% avg pipe failure probability, 50% of ZIPs at high risk
55% of homes built before 1978 (lead paint era)
Violation History (2021–2024)
→ Stable trendEPA violation counts by year across Holmes County water systems. Health-based shown in red, total in blue.
Peak year: 2021 with 10 violations. Past 5 years: 16 total (16 health-based).
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: $871
Bar widths proportional to share of total annual risk cost. Source: compound risk model (FEMA, EPA, USGS).
Housing Age Distribution
9,201 housing units in Holmes 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 Holmes County
Remediation costs are relatively manageable for most homeowners in Holmes 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 Holmes County residents
Black markers = national averages. Red = above national avg. Green = below. Source: CDC PLACES, Census ACS.
Water systems serving Holmes County
8 community water systems serving Holmes County.
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23 total water systems serve Holmes County.
Systems with the most violations in Holmes County
5 water systems with recorded EPA violations.
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All ZIP Codes in Holmes County
8 ZIP codes tracked in Holmes County.
| # | ZIP Code | City | Safety Score | Grade | Violations | Home Value |
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| 1 | 39079 | Goodman | 97 | A | 19 (2 health) | $99K |
| 2 | 38924 | Cruger | 94 | A | 5 (1 health) | $70K |
| 3 | 39146 | Pickens | 91 | A | 3 | $71K |
| 4 | 39063 | Durant | 88 | A | 2 | $60K |
| 5 | 39192 | West | 85 | A | 6 | $79K |
| 6 | 39095 | Lexington | 83 | B | 15 (2 health) | $93K |
| 7 | 39169 | Tchula | 78 | B | 10 | $49K |
| 8 | 39045 | Camden | 73 | B | 0 | — |
Recommended Buyer Guides for Holmes County
Filtered against federal data, fitted to local risks.
- Best Lead Paint Test Kits — 55% of homes built before 1978
- Best Under-Sink Reverse Osmosis Systems — Multi-contaminant removal at the kitchen tap
- 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 Holmes County, Mississippi
Overview
Holmes County in Mississippi covers 8 ZIP codes with an average Home Safety Score of A (86/100).
7 of 8 ZIP codes have recorded EPA violations. 5 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.