Reynolds County, Missouri
6 ZIP codes · Avg score 74/100 · Grade B · Updated 2026-06-03
Reynolds County's tap water quality puts it in the upper tier nationally; the 6 ZIP codes here record few health-based violations.
How Reynolds County Compares
How Reynolds County Compares
Reynolds County scores 5 points above the Missouri state average (69/100) and 6 points above the national average (68/100).
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-03
ZIP Code Risk Map
Water Quality Map: Reynolds County, Missouri
Each dot represents a ZIP code. Color indicates water quality grade. Tap a dot for details.
Key Risk Factors
Health risk index: 17 (asthma 11%, diabetes 15.9%)
Estimated additional annual cost per homeowner: $1,115, driven primarily by flood
Infrastructure: 0.368% avg pipe failure probability, 50% of ZIPs at high risk
63.2% 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: $1,115
Bar widths proportional to share of total annual risk cost. Source: compound risk model (FEMA, EPA, USGS).
Housing Age Distribution
3,237 housing units in Reynolds 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 Reynolds County
Remediation costs are relatively manageable for most homeowners in Reynolds 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 Reynolds 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 Reynolds County ranked by EPA violation count.
| # | Water System | Population | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ellington Public Water System | 900 | 10 |
| 2 | Reynolds County Pwsd 1 | 400 | 9 |
| 3 | Centerville Public Water System | 190 | 3 |
| 4 | Rathbun Regional Water Association | 25 | 3 |
| 5 | Dent County Pwsd 1 | 1,122 | 0 |
7 total water systems serve Reynolds County.
All ZIP Codes in Reynolds County
6 ZIP codes tracked in Reynolds County.
| # | ZIP Code | City | Safety Score | Grade | Violations | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 63629 | Bunker | 83 | B | 0 | $117K |
| 2 | 63656 | Middle Brook | 83 | B | 0 | $129K |
| 3 | 63633 | Centerville | 80 | B | 3 | $131K |
| 4 | 63638 | Ellington | 72 | B | 10 (1 health) | $92K |
| 5 | 63654 | Lesterville | 64 | C | 9 | $189K |
| 6 | 63665 | Redford | 63 | C | 0 | — |
Recommended Buyer Guides for Reynolds County
Filtered against EPA monitoring data and CDC lead-exposure guidance, the guides below skip the generic catalog and connect directly to the contaminants and hazards on file here.
- Best Lead Paint Test Kits — 63.2% 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 Reynolds County, Missouri
Overview
Reynolds County in Missouri covers 6 ZIP codes with an average Home Safety Score of B (74/100).
3 of 6 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.