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Cleveland County, Oklahoma

12 ZIP codes · Avg score 82/100 · Grade B · Updated 2026-06-03

Water utilities serving Cleveland County's 12 ZIP codes have built a consistent compliance record — the county's above-average grade reflects years of data showing low violation rates and no systemic health concerns.

How Cleveland County Compares

Cleveland County82/100
Oklahoma avg79/100
National avg68/100

How Cleveland County Compares

B
County Grade
82/100
Avg Safety Score
12
ZIP Codes
27
Water Systems

Cleveland County scores 3 points above the Oklahoma state average (79/100) and 14 points above the national average (68/100).

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

B
County Grade
82
Avg Safety Score
12
ZIP Codes
Best ZIP: 73165 (91/100)
Lowest ZIP: 73051 (70/100)
$231K
Median Home Value
$2,200
Avg Remediation (95% of home value)

ZIP Code Risk Map

Water Quality Map: Cleveland 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: 12.4 (asthma 11%, diabetes 10.9%)

Estimated additional annual cost per homeowner: $1,021, driven primarily by flood

Infrastructure: 0.383% avg pipe failure probability, 42% of ZIPs at high risk

39.1% of homes built before 1978 (lead paint era)

Violation History (2021–2025)

↑ Worsening trend

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

2021
1 (1 health)
2022
11 (10 health)
2023
9 (8 health)
2024
42 (42 health)
2025
6 (6 health)

Peak year: 2024 with 42 violations. Past 5 years: 69 total (67 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 11% (national: 8.9%)
Diabetes 10.9% (national: 10.5%)
Obesity 36.3% (national: 32.4%)

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

Infrastructure Overview

1994
Median Build Year
39.1%
Pre-1978 Housing
38%
Pipe Failure Probability
42%
ZIPs at High Infra Risk
Moderate
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: $1,021

Flood $883/yr
Energy Code Gap $75/yr
Water / Lead $38/yr

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

Housing Age Distribution

86,232 housing units in Cleveland County

Pre-1940 3%
1940–1959 6%
1960–1979 21%
1980–1999 33%
2000+ 37%

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 Cleveland County

$231K
Median Home Value
$2,200
Est. Remediation Cost
1.0%
of Home Value
Remediation as % of home value low burden

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

Asthma 11% (US avg: 8.9%)
Diabetes 10.9% (US avg: 11%)
Obesity 36.3% (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 Cleveland County ranked by EPA violation count.

# Water System Population Violations
1 Norman Utilities Authority 104,868 211
2 Wildfire Estates Homeowners 285 211
3 Oklahoma University 34,000 192
4 Mcclain County Rw & Sd #9 250 192
5 Whippoorwill Estates 83 192

27 total water systems serve Cleveland County.

All ZIP Codes in Cleveland County

12 ZIP codes tracked in Cleveland County.

# ZIP Code City Safety Score Grade Violations Home Value
1 73165 Oklahoma City 91 A 2 $320K
2 73079 Pocasset 90 A 16 (1 health) $169K
3 73019 Norman 87 A 32 (4 health)
4 73170 Oklahoma City 86 A 2 $250K
5 73173 Oklahoma City 86 A 2 $355K
6 73070 Norman 85 A 32 (4 health)
7 73026 Norman 80 B 32 (4 health) $266K
8 73069 Norman 80 B 32 (4 health) $212K
9 73071 Norman 80 B 32 (4 health) $207K
10 73068 Noble 76 B 19 (7 health) $189K
11 73072 Norman 75 B 32 (4 health) $291K
12 73051 Lexington 70 B 22 $153K

Recommended Buyer Guides for Cleveland County

Where county records show a lead exceedance or pre-1978 housing concentration, lead-specific filters and test kits move toward the top of the list.

Overview

Cleveland County in Oklahoma covers 12 ZIP codes with an average Home Safety Score of B (82/100).

12 of 12 ZIP codes have recorded EPA violations. 32 health-based violations have been documented.

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Data Sources

Updated daily.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is water safe in Cleveland County?
Cleveland County receives a grade of B, indicating generally safe tap water across its 12 ZIP codes.
How many water systems serve Cleveland County?
Cleveland County is served by 27 public water systems that supply drinking water to residents across 12 ZIP codes.
What is the biggest environmental risk in Cleveland County?
The primary environmental risk factor in Cleveland County is flood. This contributes to an estimated additional annual cost of $1,021 per homeowner.
How old are homes in Cleveland County?
The median home build year in Cleveland County is 1994. 39.1% of homes were built before 1978, which means they may contain lead-based paint and older plumbing materials.
How does Cleveland County compare to Oklahoma?
Cleveland County has an average water safety score of 82/100, which is above the Oklahoma state average of 79/100.

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