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
How Atoka County Compares
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
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.
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 trendEPA violation counts by year across Atoka County water systems. Health-based shown in red, total in blue.
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
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: $584
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
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
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
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.
- Best Lead Paint Test Kits — 54.8% of homes built before 1978
- Best Under-Sink Reverse Osmosis Systems — Multi-contaminant removal at the kitchen tap
- Best HEPA Air Purifiers for Wildfire Smoke — Wildfire is the top compound risk factor
Deep Dive Reports
Detailed analysis for Atoka County, Oklahoma
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
- Water quality: EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS)
- Home values: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (median estimates by ZCTA)
Updated daily.