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Issaquena County, Mississippi

2 ZIP codes · Avg score 77/100 · Grade B · Updated 2026-06-04

Recent water monitoring in Issaquena County shows 2 ZIP codes with consistently safe results.

How Issaquena County Compares

Issaquena County77/100
Mississippi avg81/100
National avg68/100

How Issaquena County Compares

B
County Grade
77/100
Avg Safety Score
2
ZIP Codes
2
Water Systems

Issaquena County scores 4 points below the Mississippi state average (81/100) and 9 points above the national average (68/100).

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

B
County Grade
77
Avg Safety Score
2
ZIP Codes
Best ZIP: 39113 (89/100)
Lowest ZIP: 39088 (65/100)
$75K
Median Home Value
$1,350
Avg Remediation (180% of home value)

Key Risk Factors

Health risk index: 18 (asthma 10.5%, diabetes 20.8%)

Estimated additional annual cost per homeowner: $1,640, driven primarily by flood

Infrastructure: 0.32% avg pipe failure probability

54% of homes built before 1978 (lead paint era)

County Health Indicators vs National Average

Asthma 10.5% (national: 8.9%)
Diabetes 20.8% (national: 10.5%)
Obesity 47.8% (national: 32.4%)

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

Infrastructure Overview

1973
Median Build Year
54%
Pre-1978 Housing
32%
Pipe Failure Probability
0%
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: $1,640

Flood $1,400/yr
Water / Lead $150/yr
Energy Code Gap $90/yr

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

Housing Age Distribution

175 housing units in Issaquena County

Pre-1940 1%
1940–1959 3%
1960–1979 25%
1980–1999 62%
2000+ 9%

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 Issaquena County

$75K
Median Home Value
$1,350
Est. Remediation Cost
1.8%
of Home Value
Remediation as % of home value low burden

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

Asthma 10.5% (US avg: 8.9%)
Diabetes 20.8% (US avg: 11%)
Obesity 47.8% (US avg: 32.4%)

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

All ZIP Codes in Issaquena County

2 ZIP codes tracked in Issaquena County.

# ZIP Code City Safety Score Grade Violations Home Value
1 39113 Mayersville 89 A 10 (1 health) $75K
2 39088 Holly Bluff 65 C 0

Recommended Buyer Guides for Issaquena County

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Overview

Issaquena County in Mississippi covers 2 ZIP codes with an average Home Safety Score of B (77/100).

1 of 2 ZIP codes have recorded EPA violations. 1 health-based violation have been documented.

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Data Sources

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is water safe in Issaquena County?
Issaquena County receives a grade of B, indicating generally safe tap water across its 2 ZIP codes.
How many water systems serve Issaquena County?
Issaquena County is served by 2 public water systems that supply drinking water to residents across 2 ZIP codes.
What is the biggest environmental risk in Issaquena County?
The primary environmental risk factor in Issaquena County is flood. This contributes to an estimated additional annual cost of $1,640 per homeowner.
How old are homes in Issaquena County?
The median home build year in Issaquena County is 1973. 54% of homes were built before 1978, which means they may contain lead-based paint and older plumbing materials.
How does Issaquena County compare to Mississippi?
Issaquena County has an average water safety score of 77/100, which is below the Mississippi state average of 81/100.

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