Craig County, Oklahoma
4 ZIP codes · Avg score 73/100 · Grade B · Updated 2026-06-03
Craig County's tap water quality puts it in the upper tier nationally; the 4 ZIP codes here record few health-based violations.
How Craig County Compares
How Craig County Compares
Craig County scores 6 points below the Oklahoma state average (79/100) and 5 points above the national average (68/100).
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-03
Key Risk Factors
Health risk index: 16.8 (asthma 12.4%, diabetes 15.9%)
Estimated additional annual cost per homeowner: $1,038, driven primarily by flood
Infrastructure: 0.418% avg pipe failure probability, 50% of ZIPs at high risk
58.8% of homes built before 1978 (lead paint era)
Violation History (2021–2025)
↑ Worsening trendEPA violation counts by year across Craig County water systems. Health-based shown in red, total in blue.
Peak year: 2024 with 25 violations. Past 5 years: 53 total (53 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: $1,038
Bar widths proportional to share of total annual risk cost. Source: compound risk model (FEMA, EPA, USGS).
Housing Age Distribution
6,834 housing units in Craig 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 Craig County
Remediation costs are relatively manageable for most homeowners in Craig 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 Craig 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 Craig County ranked by EPA violation count.
| # | Water System | Population | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Craig Company Rwd #2 | 4,250 | 56 |
| 2 | CRAIG CO RWS & SWMD #3 | 1,100 | 51 |
| 3 | Mayes Company Rwd # 8 | 450 | 28 |
| 4 | Ketchum Pwa | 4,025 | 28 |
| 5 | Mayes Company Rwd # 6 | 3,750 | 28 |
16 total water systems serve Craig County.
All ZIP Codes in Craig County
4 ZIP codes tracked in Craig County.
| # | ZIP Code | City | Safety Score | Grade | Violations | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 74349 | Ketchum | 90 | A | 5 | $251K |
| 2 | 74369 | Welch | 70 | B | 28 (16 health) | $137K |
| 3 | 74301 | Vinita | 67 | C | 23 (8 health) | $128K |
| 4 | 74333 | Bluejacket | 66 | C | 0 | $152K |
Recommended Buyer Guides for Craig County
Methodologically, the recommendation order reflects severity in the federal record: contaminants flagged in EPA detection records for this county outrank generic water concerns, FEMA-confirmed hazard ratings shift emergency-related categories upward, and CDC lead-exposure markers govern when lead-test kits and certified filters appear at the top of the list.
- Best Lead Paint Test Kits — 58.8% of homes built before 1978
- Best Under-Sink Reverse Osmosis Systems — Multi-contaminant removal at the kitchen tap
- Best Sump Pumps — Flood is the top compound risk factor
- Best Mold Test Kits — Flood-driven moisture and mold risk
Overview
Craig County in Oklahoma covers 4 ZIP codes with an average Home Safety Score of B (73/100).
3 of 4 ZIP codes have recorded EPA violations. 24 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.