Union County, Mississippi
4 ZIP codes · Avg score 78/100 · Grade B · Updated 2026-06-03
Spanning 4 ZIP codes, Union County posts strong drinking water compliance — most systems have never triggered a health-based notice.
How Union County Compares
How Union County Compares
Union County scores 3 points below the Mississippi state average (81/100) and 10 points above the national average (68/100).
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-03
Key Risk Factors
Health risk index: 15.3 (asthma 9.8%, diabetes 14.1%)
Estimated additional annual cost per homeowner: $328, driven primarily by flood
Infrastructure: 0.352% avg pipe failure probability
49.5% 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: $328
Bar widths proportional to share of total annual risk cost. Source: compound risk model (FEMA, EPA, USGS).
Housing Age Distribution
11,628 housing units in Union 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 Union County
Remediation costs are relatively manageable for most homeowners in Union 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 Union 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 Union County ranked by EPA violation count.
| # | Water System | Population | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ingomar Water Association | 2,782 | 17 |
| 2 | Municipal Utility District Creek Water Association #1 | 1,764 | 17 |
| 3 | Hwy 30 West Water Association | 1,716 | 14 |
| 4 | Sanders Water Association,Inc. | 581 | 11 |
| 5 | Town of Myrtle | 2,037 | 8 |
19 total water systems serve Union County.
All ZIP Codes in Union County
4 ZIP codes tracked in Union County.
| # | ZIP Code | City | Safety Score | Grade | Violations | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 38627 | Etta | 82 | B | 6 (1 health) | $138K |
| 2 | 38650 | Myrtle | 79 | B | 3 | $181K |
| 3 | 38828 | Blue Springs | 79 | B | 3 | $145K |
| 4 | 38652 | New Albany | 70 | B | 5 | $162K |
Recommended Buyer Guides for Union County
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Overview
Union County in Mississippi covers 4 ZIP codes with an average Home Safety Score of B (78/100).
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.