Choctaw County, Oklahoma
9 ZIP codes · Avg score 72/100 · Grade B · Updated 2026-06-03
Although county size varies, Choctaw County's 9 ZIP codes share reliably safe tap water records and above-average compliance scores.
How Choctaw County Compares
How Choctaw County Compares
Choctaw County scores 7 points below the Oklahoma state average (79/100) and 4 points above the national average (68/100).
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-03
ZIP Code Risk Map
Water Quality Map: Choctaw County, Oklahoma
Each dot represents a ZIP code. Color indicates water quality grade. Tap a dot for details.
Key Risk Factors
Health risk index: 17.4 (asthma 12.6%, diabetes 17.3%)
Estimated additional annual cost per homeowner: $567, driven primarily by wildfire
Infrastructure: 0.411% avg pipe failure probability, 67% of ZIPs at high risk
53.9% of homes built before 1978 (lead paint era)
Violation History (2021–2025)
↑ Worsening trendEPA violation counts by year across Choctaw County water systems. Health-based shown in red, total in blue.
Peak year: 2025 with 77 violations. Past 5 years: 120 total (120 health-based). Health-based violations are rising versus the prior 2-year window — worth closer monitoring.
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: $567
Bar widths proportional to share of total annual risk cost. Source: compound risk model (FEMA, EPA, USGS).
Housing Age Distribution
7,601 housing units in Choctaw 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 Choctaw County
Remediation costs are relatively manageable for most homeowners in Choctaw 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 Choctaw 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 Choctaw County ranked by EPA violation count.
| # | Water System | Population | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Pushmataha Company Rwd #3 | 4,825 | 91 |
| 2 | Boswell Public Works Authority | 932 | 73 |
| 3 | Bryan County Rural Water District #5 | 8,325 | 70 |
| 4 | Atoka Company Rws & Swmd #4 | 3,000 | 70 |
| 5 | Choctaw Company Rwsg & Swmd #6 | 850 | 70 |
11 total water systems serve Choctaw County.
All ZIP Codes in Choctaw County
9 ZIP codes tracked in Choctaw County.
| # | ZIP Code | City | Safety Score | Grade | Violations | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 74759 | Soper | 96 | A | 3 | $121K |
| 2 | 74738 | Grant | 78 | B | 10 (5 health) | $77K |
| 3 | 74735 | Fort Towson | 70 | B | 18 (8 health) | $154K |
| 4 | 74743 | Hugo | 70 | B | 23 (22 health) | $124K |
| 5 | 74562 | Rattan | 66 | C | 0 | $136K |
| 6 | 74727 | Boswell | 66 | C | 70 (38 health) | $97K |
| 7 | 74756 | Sawyer | 66 | C | 19 (16 health) | $125K |
| 8 | 74760 | Spencerville | 66 | C | 0 | — |
| 9 | 74761 | Swink | 66 | C | 10 (8 health) | $108K |
Recommended Buyer Guides for Choctaw County
Filtered against federal data, fitted to local risks.
- Best Lead Paint Test Kits — 53.9% 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 Choctaw County, Oklahoma
Overview
Choctaw County in Oklahoma covers 9 ZIP codes with an average Home Safety Score of B (72/100).
7 of 9 ZIP codes have recorded EPA violations. 97 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.