Rankin County, Mississippi
15 ZIP codes · Avg score 84/100 · Grade B · Updated 2026-06-04
Unlike many counties its size, Rankin County keeps violation rates low — all 15 ZIP codes score at or above the state average for tap water safety, with no systemic concerns flagged in the current data set.
How Rankin County Compares
How Rankin County Compares
Rankin County scores 3 points above the Mississippi state average (81/100) and 16 points above the national average (68/100).
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-04
ZIP Code Risk Map
Water Quality Map: Rankin County, Mississippi
Each dot represents a ZIP code. Color indicates water quality grade. Tap a dot for details.
Key Risk Factors
Health risk index: 13.3 (asthma 9.2%, diabetes 12.5%)
Estimated additional annual cost per homeowner: $1,207, driven primarily by flood
Infrastructure: 0.317% avg pipe failure probability, 15% of ZIPs at high risk
Violation History (2022–2025)
↑ Worsening trendEPA violation counts by year across Rankin County water systems. Health-based shown in red, total in blue.
Peak year: 2024 with 41 violations. Past 5 years: 81 total (81 health-based). Health-based violations are rising versus the prior 2-year window — worth closer monitoring.
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: $1,207
Bar widths proportional to share of total annual risk cost. Source: compound risk model (FEMA, EPA, USGS).
Water Safety Affordability
How much it costs to fix water issues relative to home values in Rankin County
Remediation costs are relatively manageable for most homeowners in Rankin 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 Rankin 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 Rankin County ranked by EPA violation count.
| # | Water System | Population | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Langford Water Association | 4,013 | 33 |
| 2 | City of Jackson | 189,673 | 33 |
| 3 | City of Jackson-maddox Rd. | 28,098 | 33 |
| 4 | Hinds Company Detention Ctr | 800 | 33 |
| 5 | Hinds Company Detention Center-gallatin St | 25 | 33 |
33 total water systems serve Rankin County.
All ZIP Codes in Rankin County
15 ZIP codes tracked in Rankin County.
| # | ZIP Code | City | Safety Score | Grade | Violations | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 39148 | Piney Woods | 98 | A | 11 (1 health) | — |
| 2 | 39161 | Sandhill | 95 | A | 2 | — |
| 3 | 39167 | Star | 95 | A | 3 | — |
| 4 | 39043 | Brandon | 94 | A | 7 (1 health) | — |
| 5 | 39151 | Puckett | 93 | A | 1 | — |
| 6 | 39145 | Pelahatchie | 89 | A | 9 (1 health) | $172K |
| 7 | 39193 | Whitfield | 89 | A | 6 | — |
| 8 | 39042 | Brandon | 84 | B | 7 (1 health) | $249K |
| 9 | 39047 | Brandon | 84 | B | 7 (1 health) | $265K |
| 10 | 39232 | Flowood | 82 | B | 3 | $293K |
| 11 | 39218 | Richland | 80 | B | 2 (2 health) | $135K |
| 12 | 39208 | Pearl | 79 | B | 11 (1 health) | $174K |
| 13 | 39098 | Ludlow | 73 | B | 0 | — |
| 14 | 39298 | Jackson | 66 | C | 33 (28 health) | — |
| 15 | 39073 | Florence | 65 | C | 7 (5 health) | $181K |
Recommended Buyer Guides for Rankin County
Editorial methodology pairs each documented risk in this county with the buyer category that addresses it, drawing on water-quality detections, housing-stock lead exposure, EPA Radon Zone designation, and FEMA flood and wildfire ratings. NSF-certified options surface where applicable, and products that match the specific contaminant take priority.
- Best Under-Sink Reverse Osmosis Systems — Multi-contaminant removal at the kitchen tap
- 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 Rankin County, Mississippi
Overview
Rankin County in Mississippi covers 15 ZIP codes with an average Home Safety Score of B (84/100).
14 of 15 ZIP codes have recorded EPA violations. 41 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.