Newton County, Mississippi
4 ZIP codes · Avg score 90/100 · Grade A · Updated 2026-06-04
Covering 4 ZIP codes, Newton County earns a high grade for tap water — most systems report zero health-based violations, and the overall compliance rate comfortably exceeds federal benchmarks.
How Newton County Compares
How Newton County Compares
Newton County scores 9 points above the Mississippi state average (81/100) and 22 points above the national average (68/100).
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-04
Key Risk Factors
Health risk index: 15.6 (asthma 10.2%, diabetes 15.7%)
Estimated additional annual cost per homeowner: $378, driven primarily by flood
Infrastructure: 0.365% avg pipe failure probability, 25% of ZIPs at high risk
53.3% of homes built before 1978 (lead paint era)
Violation History (2021–2024)
→ Stable trendEPA violation counts by year across Newton County water systems. Health-based shown in red, total in blue.
Peak year: 2021 with 1 violation. Past 5 years: 2 total (2 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: $378
Bar widths proportional to share of total annual risk cost. Source: compound risk model (FEMA, EPA, USGS).
Housing Age Distribution
5,925 housing units in Newton 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 Newton County
Remediation costs are relatively manageable for most homeowners in Newton 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 Newton 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 Newton County ranked by EPA violation count.
| # | Water System | Population | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Town of Hickory | 2,669 | 26 |
| 2 | Beulah Hubbard Water Assn, Inc. | 2,318 | 13 |
| 3 | City of Newton | 3,373 | 13 |
| 4 | SEBASTOPOL WATER ASSOCIATION | 6,207 | 11 |
| 5 | City of Union | 3,432 | 11 |
13 total water systems serve Newton County.
All ZIP Codes in Newton County
4 ZIP codes tracked in Newton County.
| # | ZIP Code | City | Safety Score | Grade | Violations | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 39327 | Decatur | 98 | A | 11 (1 health) | $138K |
| 2 | 39337 | Little Rock | 91 | A | 2 | $95K |
| 3 | 39332 | Hickory | 87 | A | 7 | $107K |
| 4 | 39345 | Newton | 83 | B | 6 | $85K |
Recommended Buyer Guides for Newton County
Editorial-only picks, screened against the EPA detections on file.
- Best Lead Paint Test Kits — 53.3% 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
Overview
Newton County in Mississippi covers 4 ZIP codes with an average Home Safety Score of A (90/100).
4 of 4 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.