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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

Choctaw County72/100
Oklahoma avg79/100
National avg68/100

How Choctaw County Compares

B
County Grade
72/100
Avg Safety Score
9
ZIP Codes
11
Water Systems

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

B
County Grade
72
Avg Safety Score
9
ZIP Codes
Best ZIP: 74759 (96/100)
Lowest ZIP: 74761 (66/100)
$122K
Median Home Value
$1,617
Avg Remediation (132% of home value)

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.

A B C D F

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 trend

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

2021
6 (6 health)
2022
3 (3 health)
2023
4 (4 health)
2024
30 (30 health)
2025
77 (77 health)

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

Asthma 12.6% (national: 8.9%)
Diabetes 17.3% (national: 10.5%)
Obesity 44.7% (national: 32.4%)

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

Infrastructure Overview

1985
Median Build Year
53.9%
Pre-1978 Housing
41%
Pipe Failure Probability
67%
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: $567

Wildfire $300/yr
Energy Code Gap $150/yr
Flood $67/yr

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

Pre-1940 5%
1940–1959 13%
1960–1979 30%
1980–1999 32%
2000+ 20%

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

$122K
Median Home Value
$1,617
Est. Remediation Cost
1.3%
of Home Value
Remediation as % of home value low burden

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

Asthma 12.6% (US avg: 8.9%)
Diabetes 17.3% (US avg: 11%)
Obesity 44.7% (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 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

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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

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is water safe in Choctaw County?
Choctaw County receives a grade of B, indicating generally safe tap water across its 9 ZIP codes.
How many water systems serve Choctaw County?
Choctaw County is served by 11 public water systems that supply drinking water to residents across 9 ZIP codes.
What is the biggest environmental risk in Choctaw County?
The primary environmental risk factor in Choctaw County is wildfire. This contributes to an estimated additional annual cost of $567 per homeowner.
How old are homes in Choctaw County?
The median home build year in Choctaw County is 1985. 53.9% of homes were built before 1978, which means they may contain lead-based paint and older plumbing materials.
How does Choctaw County compare to Oklahoma?
Choctaw County has an average water safety score of 72/100, which is below the Oklahoma state average of 79/100.

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