Jackson County, Oklahoma
10 ZIP codes · Avg score 69/100 · Grade C · Updated 2026-06-03
Water systems across Jackson County's 10 ZIP codes produce average compliance results overall — pockets with documented violations exist, and the variation between areas makes ZIP-level lookup the most useful tool for residents here.
How Jackson County Compares
How Jackson County Compares
Jackson County scores 10 points below the Oklahoma state average (79/100) and 1 points above the national average (68/100).
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-03
ZIP Code Risk Map
Water Quality Map: Jackson County, Oklahoma
Each dot represents a ZIP code. Color indicates water quality grade. Tap a dot for details.
Key Risk Factors
Health risk index: 14.4 (asthma 11.1%, diabetes 13.5%)
Estimated additional annual cost per homeowner: $638, driven primarily by energy_code_gap
Infrastructure: 0.481% avg pipe failure probability, 67% of ZIPs at high risk
71% of homes built before 1978 (lead paint era)
Violation History (2021–2025)
↑ Worsening trendEPA violation counts by year across Jackson County water systems. Health-based shown in red, total in blue.
Peak year: 2024 with 69 violations. Past 5 years: 136 total (136 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: $638
Bar widths proportional to share of total annual risk cost. Source: compound risk model (FEMA, EPA, USGS).
Housing Age Distribution
12,093 housing units in Jackson 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 Jackson County
Remediation costs are relatively manageable for most homeowners in Jackson 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 Jackson 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 Jackson County ranked by EPA violation count.
| # | Water System | Population | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Jackson Company Water Corporation | 2,662 | 117 |
| 2 | Altus | 18,717 | 110 |
| 3 | Altus Afb | 4,617 | 110 |
| 4 | Creta Water Corporation | 230 | 110 |
| 5 | Kiowa Rural Water District #1 | 135 | 110 |
13 total water systems serve Jackson County.
All ZIP Codes in Jackson County
10 ZIP codes tracked in Jackson County.
| # | ZIP Code | City | Safety Score | Grade | Violations | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 73537 | Eldorado | 81 | B | 8 | $51K |
| 2 | 73523 | Altus Afb | 73 | B | 0 | — |
| 3 | 73521 | Altus | 70 | B | 55 (19 health) | $151K |
| 4 | 73526 | Blair | 70 | B | 28 (8 health) | $194K |
| 5 | 73556 | Martha | 70 | B | 26 (13 health) | $108K |
| 6 | 73549 | Headrick | 68 | C | 10 (7 health) | $229K |
| 7 | 73532 | Duke | 66 | C | 16 (12 health) | $110K |
| 8 | 73539 | Elmer | 66 | C | 0 | $99K |
| 9 | 73522 | Altus | 65 | C | 55 (19 health) | — |
| 10 | 73560 | Olustee | 63 | C | 20 (16 health) | $98K |
Recommended Buyer Guides for Jackson County
Filtered against federal data, fitted to local risks.
- Best Lead Paint Test Kits — 71% of homes built before 1978
- Best Under-Sink Reverse Osmosis Systems — Multi-contaminant removal at the kitchen tap
Deep Dive Reports
Detailed analysis for Jackson County, Oklahoma
Overview
Jackson County in Oklahoma covers 10 ZIP codes with an average Home Safety Score of C (69/100).
8 of 10 ZIP codes have recorded EPA violations. 94 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.