Oktibbeha County, Mississippi
5 ZIP codes · Avg score 85/100 · Grade A · Updated 2026-06-04
Oktibbeha County maintains reliable drinking water quality across all 5 of its tracked ZIP codes.
How Oktibbeha County Compares
How Oktibbeha County Compares
Oktibbeha County scores 4 points above the Mississippi state average (81/100) and 17 points above the national average (68/100).
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-04
ZIP Code Risk Map
Water Quality Map: Oktibbeha County, Mississippi
Each dot represents a ZIP code. Color indicates water quality grade. Tap a dot for details.
Key Risk Factors
Health risk index: 11.8 (asthma 9.8%, diabetes 10.9%)
Estimated additional annual cost per homeowner: $594, driven primarily by flood
Infrastructure: 0.33% avg pipe failure probability, 40% of ZIPs at high risk
53.7% 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: $594
Bar widths proportional to share of total annual risk cost. Source: compound risk model (FEMA, EPA, USGS).
Housing Age Distribution
25,914 housing units in Oktibbeha 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 Oktibbeha County
Remediation costs are relatively manageable for most homeowners in Oktibbeha 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 Oktibbeha 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 Oktibbeha County ranked by EPA violation count.
| # | Water System | Population | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | City of Starkville | 32,027 | 41 |
| 2 | Talking Warrior Water Assn #1 | 1,539 | 31 |
| 3 | Clayton Village W/a #1-east | 4,984 | 26 |
| 4 | Wake Forest Water Assn | 571 | 21 |
| 5 | Morgan Chapel Water Assn | 528 | 21 |
26 total water systems serve Oktibbeha County.
All ZIP Codes in Oktibbeha County
5 ZIP codes tracked in Oktibbeha County.
| # | ZIP Code | City | Safety Score | Grade | Violations | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 39769 | Sturgis | 93 | A | 11 (2 health) | $159K |
| 2 | 39762 | Mississippi State | 92 | A | 6 | — |
| 3 | 39750 | Maben | 83 | B | 10 | $86K |
| 4 | 39760 | Starkville | 81 | B | 10 | — |
| 5 | 39759 | Starkville | 76 | B | 10 | $241K |
Recommended Buyer Guides for Oktibbeha County
Below: editorial picks, no sponsored placements.
- Best Lead Paint Test Kits — 53.7% 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 Oktibbeha County, Mississippi
Overview
Oktibbeha County in Mississippi covers 5 ZIP codes with an average Home Safety Score of A (85/100).
5 of 5 ZIP codes have recorded EPA violations. 2 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.