Pike County, Mississippi
5 ZIP codes · Avg score 85/100 · Grade A · Updated 2026-06-03
Across all 5 ZIP codes in Pike County, tap water consistently meets or exceeds federal safety standards.
How Pike County Compares
How Pike County Compares
Pike 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: 2026-06-03
ZIP Code Risk Map
Water Quality Map: Pike County, Mississippi
Each dot represents a ZIP code. Color indicates water quality grade. Tap a dot for details.
Key Risk Factors
Health risk index: 16.7 (asthma 10.5%, diabetes 18.1%)
Estimated additional annual cost per homeowner: $3,984, driven primarily by sea_level
Infrastructure: 0.333% avg pipe failure probability, 25% of ZIPs at high risk
54% of homes built before 1978 (lead paint era)
Violation History (2022–2024)
→ Stable trendEPA violation counts by year across Pike County water systems. Health-based shown in red, total in blue.
Peak year: 2024 with 9 violations. Past 5 years: 12 total (12 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: $3,984
Bar widths proportional to share of total annual risk cost. Source: compound risk model (FEMA, EPA, USGS).
Housing Age Distribution
9,678 housing units in Pike 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 Pike County
Water safety remediation is a moderate expense relative to home values. Most homeowners can address issues through staged improvements over time.
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 Pike 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 Pike County ranked by EPA violation count.
| # | Water System | Population | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | City of Mccomb | 12,041 | 47 |
| 2 | Sunnyhill Water Association | 3,833 | 47 |
| 3 | MAGNOLIA RURAL WATER ASSN | 2,922 | 24 |
| 4 | City of Magnolia | 2,307 | 24 |
| 5 | Magnolia Water Association | 2,107 | 24 |
14 total water systems serve Pike County.
All ZIP Codes in Pike County
5 ZIP codes tracked in Pike County.
| # | ZIP Code | City | Safety Score | Grade | Violations | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 39657 | Osyka | 95 | A | 0 | $84K |
| 2 | 39666 | Summit | 89 | A | 9 (1 health) | $155K |
| 3 | 39649 | Mccomb | 87 | A | 14 (2 health) | — |
| 4 | 39652 | Magnolia | 83 | B | 24 (2 health) | $84K |
| 5 | 39632 | Chatawa | 73 | B | 0 | — |
Recommended Buyer Guides for Pike County
Below: editorial picks, no sponsored placements.
- Best Lead Paint Test Kits — 54% of homes built before 1978
- Best Under-Sink Reverse Osmosis Systems — Multi-contaminant removal at the kitchen tap
Deep Dive Reports
Detailed analysis for Pike County, Mississippi
Overview
Pike County in Mississippi covers 5 ZIP codes with an average Home Safety Score of A (85/100).
3 of 5 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.