Latimer County, Oklahoma
4 ZIP codes · Avg score 66/100 · Grade C · Updated 2026-06-03
Spanning 4 ZIP codes, Latimer County lands near the national median for water safety — compliance results are mixed, and the county's middle-grade standing reflects genuine variability rather than a single systemic problem.
How Latimer County Compares
How Latimer County Compares
Latimer County scores 13 points below the Oklahoma state average (79/100) and 2 points below the national average (68/100).
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-03
Key Risk Factors
Health risk index: 17.1 (asthma 12.5%, diabetes 16.5%)
Estimated additional annual cost per homeowner: $695, driven primarily by wildfire
Infrastructure: 0.437% avg pipe failure probability, 67% of ZIPs at high risk
61.3% of homes built before 1978 (lead paint era)
Violation History (2021–2025)
↑ Worsening trendEPA violation counts by year across Latimer County water systems. Health-based shown in red, total in blue.
Peak year: 2024 with 20 violations. Past 5 years: 36 total (36 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: $695
Bar widths proportional to share of total annual risk cost. Source: compound risk model (FEMA, EPA, USGS).
Housing Age Distribution
3,699 housing units in Latimer 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 Latimer County
Water safety remediation is a moderate expense relative to home values. Most homeowners can address issues through staged improvements over time.
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 Latimer 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 Latimer County ranked by EPA violation count.
| # | Water System | Population | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Latimer Company Rwd #4 | 412 | 49 |
| 2 | LEFLORE CO. RWD #18 | 3,870 | 49 |
| 3 | Latimer Company Rwd #1 | 2,750 | 49 |
| 4 | RED OAK PWA | 581 | 33 |
| 5 | Leflore Company Rwd #14 | 9,077 | 33 |
10 total water systems serve Latimer County.
All ZIP Codes in Latimer County
4 ZIP codes tracked in Latimer County.
| # | ZIP Code | City | Safety Score | Grade | Violations | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 74563 | Red Oak | 70 | B | 33 (12 health) | $109K |
| 2 | 74559 | Panola | 66 | C | 0 | — |
| 3 | 74942 | Leflore | 66 | C | 0 | $67K |
| 4 | 74578 | Wilburton | 62 | C | 16 (12 health) | $94K |
Recommended Buyer Guides for Latimer 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.
- Best Lead Paint Test Kits — 61.3% 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
Overview
Latimer County in Oklahoma covers 4 ZIP codes with an average Home Safety Score of C (66/100).
2 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.