Miller County, Missouri
9 ZIP codes · Avg score 68/100 · Grade C · Updated 2026-06-03
In recent monitoring cycles, Miller County's 9 ZIP codes show a split record — several have documented water safety violations.
How Miller County Compares
How Miller County Compares
Miller County scores 1 points below the Missouri state average (69/100) and 0 points above the national average (68/100).
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-03
ZIP Code Risk Map
Water Quality Map: Miller County, Missouri
Each dot represents a ZIP code. Color indicates water quality grade. Tap a dot for details.
Key Risk Factors
Health risk index: 15 (asthma 10.7%, diabetes 13.4%)
Estimated additional annual cost per homeowner: $583, driven primarily by flood
Infrastructure: 0.351% avg pipe failure probability, 13% of ZIPs at high risk
59.1% of homes built before 1978 (lead paint era)
Violation History (2022–2025)
→ Stable trendEPA violation counts by year across Miller County water systems. Health-based shown in red, total in blue.
Peak year: 2024 with 3 violations. Past 5 years: 7 total (7 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: $583
Bar widths proportional to share of total annual risk cost. Source: compound risk model (FEMA, EPA, USGS).
Housing Age Distribution
11,723 housing units in Miller 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 Miller County
Remediation costs are relatively manageable for most homeowners in Miller 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 Miller 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 Miller County ranked by EPA violation count.
| # | Water System | Population | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lake Ozark Public Water System | 2,007 | 10 |
| 2 | Eldon Public Water System | 4,895 | 10 |
| 3 | Beach Club Condo Assn | 65 | 10 |
| 4 | Tt Sewer | 250 | 10 |
| 5 | Osage Beach Harbor Subd | 230 | 10 |
12 total water systems serve Miller County.
All ZIP Codes in Miller County
9 ZIP codes tracked in Miller County.
| # | ZIP Code | City | Safety Score | Grade | Violations | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 65032 | Eugene | 83 | B | 1 | $162K |
| 2 | 65082 | Tuscumbia | 83 | B | 0 | $164K |
| 3 | 65486 | Iberia | 82 | B | 3 (1 health) | $142K |
| 4 | 65026 | Eldon | 77 | B | 10 (1 health) | $159K |
| 5 | 63342 | Dutzow | 63 | C | 0 | — |
| 6 | 65072 | Rocky Mount | 63 | C | 0 | $230K |
| 7 | 65017 | Brumley | 53 | D | 0 | $145K |
| 8 | 65064 | Olean | 53 | D | 0 | $118K |
| 9 | 65083 | Ulman | 53 | D | 0 | — |
Recommended Buyer Guides for Miller 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 Lead Paint Test Kits — 59.1% 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 Miller County, Missouri
Overview
Miller County in Missouri covers 9 ZIP codes with an average Home Safety Score of C (68/100).
3 of 9 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.