Leflore County, Mississippi
7 ZIP codes · Avg score 82/100 · Grade B · Updated 2026-06-03
Leflore County maintains reliable drinking water quality across all 7 of its tracked ZIP codes.
How Leflore County Compares
How Leflore County Compares
Leflore County scores 1 points above the Mississippi state average (81/100) and 14 points above the national average (68/100).
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-03
ZIP Code Risk Map
Water Quality Map: Leflore County, Mississippi
Each dot represents a ZIP code. Color indicates water quality grade. Tap a dot for details.
Key Risk Factors
Health risk index: 17.2 (asthma 11.3%, diabetes 20.9%)
Estimated additional annual cost per homeowner: $1,064, driven primarily by flood
Infrastructure: 0.365% avg pipe failure probability
63.4% 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: $1,064
Bar widths proportional to share of total annual risk cost. Source: compound risk model (FEMA, EPA, USGS).
Housing Age Distribution
13,110 housing units in Leflore 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 Leflore County
Remediation costs are relatively manageable for most homeowners in Leflore 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 Leflore 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 Leflore County ranked by EPA violation count.
| # | Water System | Population | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | City of Schlater | 375 | 28 |
| 2 | City of Schlater-(p D Plant) | 61 | 28 |
| 3 | Ms Valley State University | 2,250 | 23 |
| 4 | Pelucia Rural W/a #2-grav Hill | 3,142 | 22 |
| 5 | City of Greenwood | 19,140 | 20 |
15 total water systems serve Leflore County.
All ZIP Codes in Leflore County
7 ZIP codes tracked in Leflore County.
| # | ZIP Code | City | Safety Score | Grade | Violations | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 38946 | Morgan City | 94 | A | 2 | $103K |
| 2 | 38952 | Schlater | 94 | A | 8 (1 health) | — |
| 3 | 38954 | Sidon | 89 | A | 2 | $76K |
| 4 | 38941 | Itta Bena | 79 | B | 13 | $84K |
| 5 | 38935 | Greenwood | 78 | B | 10 | — |
| 6 | 38959 | Swiftown | 73 | B | 0 | — |
| 7 | 38930 | Greenwood | 68 | C | 10 | $108K |
Recommended Buyer Guides for Leflore County
Below: editorial picks, no sponsored placements.
- Best Lead Paint Test Kits — 63.4% 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 Leflore County, Mississippi
Overview
Leflore County in Mississippi covers 7 ZIP codes with an average Home Safety Score of B (82/100).
6 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.