Scott County, Mississippi
10 ZIP codes · Avg score 82/100 · Grade B · Updated 2026-06-03
Compared to state averages, Scott County scores well — its 10 ZIP codes sit above the baseline for tap water quality.
How Scott County Compares
How Scott County Compares
Scott 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: Scott County, Mississippi
Each dot represents a ZIP code. Color indicates water quality grade. Tap a dot for details.
Key Risk Factors
Health risk index: 16.5 (asthma 10.5%, diabetes 18%)
Estimated additional annual cost per homeowner: $287, driven primarily by flood
Infrastructure: 0.289% avg pipe failure probability
48.3% 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: $287
Bar widths proportional to share of total annual risk cost. Source: compound risk model (FEMA, EPA, USGS).
Housing Age Distribution
15,319 housing units in Scott 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 Scott County
Remediation costs are relatively manageable for most homeowners in Scott 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 Scott 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 Scott County ranked by EPA violation count.
| # | Water System | Population | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | H & H Water System, Inc. | 3,036 | 34 |
| 2 | Leesburg Water Association | 3,836 | 33 |
| 3 | L & F Water Association | 1,803 | 33 |
| 4 | Homewood Water Association | 1,877 | 29 |
| 5 | Pineville Water Association #2 | 615 | 29 |
22 total water systems serve Scott County.
All ZIP Codes in Scott County
10 ZIP codes tracked in Scott County.
| # | ZIP Code | City | Safety Score | Grade | Violations | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 39087 | Hillsboro | 99 | A | 0 | — |
| 2 | 39074 | Forest | 94 | A | 4 (1 health) | $115K |
| 3 | 39092 | Lake | 93 | A | 1 | — |
| 4 | 39359 | Sebastopol | 93 | A | 1 | $100K |
| 5 | 39094 | Lena | 90 | A | 5 | $100K |
| 6 | 39117 | Morton | 76 | B | 24 | $104K |
| 7 | 39080 | Harperville | 73 | B | 0 | — |
| 8 | 39057 | Conehatta | 66 | C | 0 | $153K |
| 9 | 39152 | Pulaski | 66 | C | 0 | — |
| 10 | 39336 | Lawrence | 66 | C | 0 | $57K |
Recommended Buyer Guides for Scott County
Where county records show a lead exceedance or pre-1978 housing concentration, lead-specific filters and test kits move toward the top of the list.
- 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 Scott County, Mississippi
Overview
Scott County in Mississippi covers 10 ZIP codes with an average Home Safety Score of B (82/100).
5 of 10 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.