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Atoka County, Oklahoma

5 ZIP codes · Avg score 68/100 · Grade C · Updated 2026-06-03

Compared to top-scoring counties, Atoka County's 5 ZIP codes land in the middle tier — some meet standards cleanly, others carry documented violations, and the gap between the best and worst areas is wider than average.

How Atoka County Compares

Atoka County68/100
Oklahoma avg79/100
National avg68/100

How Atoka County Compares

C
County Grade
68/100
Avg Safety Score
5
ZIP Codes
8
Water Systems

Atoka County scores 11 points below the Oklahoma state average (79/100) and 0 points above the national average (68/100).

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

C
County Grade
68
Avg Safety Score
5
ZIP Codes
Best ZIP: 74525 (70/100)
Lowest ZIP: 74555 (66/100)
$129K
Median Home Value
$1,325
Avg Remediation (103% of home value)

ZIP Code Risk Map

Water Quality Map: Atoka County, Oklahoma

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: 15.9 (asthma 11.7%, diabetes 14.6%)

Estimated additional annual cost per homeowner: $584, driven primarily by wildfire

Infrastructure: 0.392% avg pipe failure probability, 40% of ZIPs at high risk

54.8% of homes built before 1978 (lead paint era)

Violation History (2024–2025)

→ Stable trend

EPA violation counts by year across Atoka County water systems. Health-based shown in red, total in blue.

2024
6 (6 health)
2025
69 (69 health)

Peak year: 2025 with 69 violations. Past 5 years: 75 total (75 health-based).

Source: EPA SDWIS historical violations. Data may lag 6–12 months for the most recent year.

County Health Indicators vs National Average

Asthma 11.7% (national: 8.9%)
Diabetes 14.6% (national: 10.5%)
Obesity 40.3% (national: 32.4%)

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

Infrastructure Overview

1979
Median Build Year
54.8%
Pre-1978 Housing
39%
Pipe Failure Probability
40%
ZIPs at High Infra Risk
Low
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: $584

Wildfire $300/yr
Energy Code Gap $144/yr
Flood $80/yr

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

Housing Age Distribution

5,110 housing units in Atoka County

Pre-1940 6%
1940–1959 10%
1960–1979 29%
1980–1999 29%
2000+ 25%

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 Atoka County

$129K
Median Home Value
$1,325
Est. Remediation Cost
1.0%
of Home Value
Remediation as % of home value low burden

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

Asthma 11.7% (US avg: 8.9%)
Diabetes 14.6% (US avg: 11%)
Obesity 40.3% (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 Atoka County ranked by EPA violation count.

# Water System Population Violations
1 Atoka Company Rws & Swmd #4 3,000 140
2 Atoka 2,988 112
3 Atoka Company Rwd #2 500 112
4 Howard Mcleod Correctional Center 825 112
5 Stringtown Pwa 1,105 84

8 total water systems serve Atoka County.

All ZIP Codes in Atoka County

5 ZIP codes tracked in Atoka County.

# ZIP Code City Safety Score Grade Violations Home Value
1 74525 Atoka 70 B 56 (39 health) $153K
2 74569 Stringtown 70 B 28 (24 health) $94K
3 74533 Caney 66 C 0 $120K
4 74542 Atoka 66 C 56 (39 health)
5 74555 Lane 66 C 0 $138K

Recommended Buyer Guides for Atoka County

Federal and certification sources drive the ordering: EPA monitoring data, NSF certifications, FEMA flood maps, and CDC lead guidance — guides surface only when county data warrants them.

Overview

Atoka County in Oklahoma covers 5 ZIP codes with an average Home Safety Score of C (68/100).

3 of 5 ZIP codes have recorded EPA violations. 102 health-based violations have been documented.

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Data Sources

Updated daily.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is water safe in Atoka County?
Atoka County receives a grade of C. Some ZIP codes have recorded violations and residents in affected areas may want to test their water.
How many water systems serve Atoka County?
Atoka County is served by 8 public water systems that supply drinking water to residents across 5 ZIP codes.
What is the biggest environmental risk in Atoka County?
The primary environmental risk factor in Atoka County is wildfire. This contributes to an estimated additional annual cost of $584 per homeowner.
How old are homes in Atoka County?
The median home build year in Atoka County is 1979. 54.8% of homes were built before 1978, which means they may contain lead-based paint and older plumbing materials.
How does Atoka County compare to Oklahoma?
Atoka County has an average water safety score of 68/100, which is below the Oklahoma state average of 79/100.

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