COUNTY REPORT MO

Sullivan County, Missouri

8 ZIP codes · Avg score 70/100 · Grade B · Updated 2026-06-03

In current tracking cycles, Sullivan County — spanning 8 ZIP codes — records above-average water quality outcomes; the county's compliance history over recent years shows few departures from federal standards.

How Sullivan County Compares

Sullivan County70/100
Missouri avg69/100
National avg68/100

How Sullivan County Compares

B
County Grade
70/100
Avg Safety Score
8
ZIP Codes
9
Water Systems

Sullivan County scores 1 points above the Missouri state average (69/100) and 2 points above the national average (68/100).

Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-03

B
County Grade
70
Avg Safety Score
8
ZIP Codes
Best ZIP: 64646 (83/100)
Lowest ZIP: 64655 (53/100)
$97K
Median Home Value
$625
Avg Remediation (64% of home value)

ZIP Code Risk Map

Water Quality Map: Sullivan County, Missouri

Each dot represents a ZIP code. Color indicates water quality grade. Tap a dot for details.

A B C D F

Key Risk Factors

Health risk index: 15.5 (asthma 10.4%, diabetes 14.9%)

Estimated additional annual cost per homeowner: $556, driven primarily by water_lead

Infrastructure: 0.419% avg pipe failure probability, 63% of ZIPs at high risk

74.3% of homes built before 1978 (lead paint era)

County Health Indicators vs National Average

Asthma 10.4% (national: 8.9%)
Diabetes 14.9% (national: 10.5%)
Obesity 39.5% (national: 32.4%)

Black markers indicate national averages. Source: CDC PLACES, Census ACS.

Infrastructure Overview

1967
Median Build Year
74.3%
Pre-1978 Housing
42%
Pipe Failure Probability
63%
ZIPs at High Infra Risk
High
Lead Pipe Risk

Sources: Census ACS (housing age), EPA SDWIS (infrastructure risk model), state bridge inspection data.

Compound Risk Breakdown

Estimated additional annual cost per homeowner: $556

Water / Lead $306/yr
Energy Code Gap $225/yr
Flood $25/yr

Bar widths proportional to share of total annual risk cost. Source: compound risk model (FEMA, EPA, USGS).

Housing Age Distribution

3,325 housing units in Sullivan County

Pre-1940 19%
1940–1959 20%
1960–1979 28%
1980–1999 21%
2000+ 12%

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 Sullivan County

$97K
Median Home Value
$625
Est. Remediation Cost
0.6%
of Home Value
Remediation as % of home value low burden

Remediation costs are relatively manageable for most homeowners in Sullivan 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 Sullivan County residents

Asthma 10.4% (US avg: 8.9%)
Diabetes 14.9% (US avg: 11%)
Obesity 39.5% (US avg: 32.4%)

Black markers = national averages. Red = above national avg. Green = below. Source: CDC PLACES, Census ACS.

Water Systems with Most Violations

Top 5 systems in Sullivan County ranked by EPA violation count.

# Water System Population Violations
1 Sullivan County Pwsd 1 4,412 8
2 Milan Public Water System 1,819 5
3 North Central Mo Regional Water Com 25 5
4 Green City Public Water System 657 2
5 Adair County Pwsd 1 7,500 1

9 total water systems serve Sullivan County.

All ZIP Codes in Sullivan County

8 ZIP codes tracked in Sullivan County.

# ZIP Code City Safety Score Grade Violations Home Value
1 64646 Humphreys 83 B 0 $88K
2 64667 Newtown 83 B 0 $49K
3 63545 Green City 82 B 2 (1 health) $107K
4 63556 Milan 82 B 5 (1 health) $119K
5 63544 Green Castle 67 C 1 $145K
6 63560 Pollock 53 D 0
7 64645 Harris 53 D 0 $47K
8 64655 Lucerne 53 D 0

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Overview

Sullivan County in Missouri covers 8 ZIP codes with an average Home Safety Score of B (70/100).

3 of 8 ZIP codes have recorded EPA violations. 2 health-based violations have been documented.

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Data Sources

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is water safe in Sullivan County?
Sullivan County receives a grade of B, indicating generally safe tap water across its 8 ZIP codes.
How many water systems serve Sullivan County?
Sullivan County is served by 9 public water systems that supply drinking water to residents across 8 ZIP codes.
What is the biggest environmental risk in Sullivan County?
The primary environmental risk factor in Sullivan County is water_lead. This contributes to an estimated additional annual cost of $556 per homeowner.
How old are homes in Sullivan County?
The median home build year in Sullivan County is 1967. 74.3% of homes were built before 1978, which means they may contain lead-based paint and older plumbing materials.
How does Sullivan County compare to Missouri?
Sullivan County has an average water safety score of 70/100, which is above the Missouri state average of 69/100.

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