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Marshall County, Oklahoma

3 ZIP codes · Avg score 79/100 · Grade B · Updated 2026-06-03

Unlike many counties its size, Marshall County keeps violation rates low — all 3 ZIP codes score at or above the state average for tap water safety, with no systemic concerns flagged in the current data set.

How Marshall County Compares

Marshall County79/100
Oklahoma avg79/100
National avg68/100

How Marshall County Compares

B
County Grade
79/100
Avg Safety Score
3
ZIP Codes
7
Water Systems

Marshall County scores 0 points above the Oklahoma state average (79/100) and 11 points above the national average (68/100).

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

B
County Grade
79
Avg Safety Score
3
ZIP Codes
Best ZIP: 73439 (94/100)
Lowest ZIP: 73446 (70/100)
$146K
Median Home Value
$1,500
Avg Remediation (103% of home value)

Key Risk Factors

Health risk index: 16.1 (asthma 11.6%, diabetes 15.7%)

Estimated additional annual cost per homeowner: $810, driven primarily by wildfire

Infrastructure: 0.37% avg pipe failure probability, 33% of ZIPs at high risk

59.3% of homes built before 1978 (lead paint era)

Violation History (2022–2025)

↑ Worsening trend

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

2022
5 (5 health)
2023
4 (4 health)
2024
12 (12 health)
2025
21 (21 health)

Peak year: 2025 with 21 violations. Past 5 years: 42 total (42 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 11.6% (national: 8.9%)
Diabetes 15.7% (national: 10.5%)
Obesity 39.4% (national: 32.4%)

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

Infrastructure Overview

1972
Median Build Year
59.3%
Pre-1978 Housing
37%
Pipe Failure Probability
33%
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: $810

Wildfire $300/yr
Energy Code Gap $210/yr
Flood $200/yr

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

Housing Age Distribution

8,854 housing units in Marshall County

Pre-1940 3%
1940–1959 9%
1960–1979 31%
1980–1999 35%
2000+ 23%

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 Marshall County

$146K
Median Home Value
$1,500
Est. Remediation Cost
1.0%
of Home Value
Remediation as % of home value low burden

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

Asthma 11.6% (US avg: 8.9%)
Diabetes 15.7% (US avg: 11%)
Obesity 39.4% (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 Marshall County ranked by EPA violation count.

# Water System Population Violations
1 Marshall County Rural Water District #2 17,587 33
2 Oakview Water Corporation 925 33
3 Cardinal Hill Subdivision 475 33
4 Madill 3,410 29
5 Oakland Pwa 1,050 29

7 total water systems serve Marshall County.

All ZIP Codes in Marshall County

3 ZIP codes tracked in Marshall County.

# ZIP Code City Safety Score Grade Violations Home Value
1 73439 Kingston 94 A 4 (1 health) $146K
2 73440 Lebanon 73 B 0 $172K
3 73446 Madill 70 B 29 (24 health) $123K

Recommended Buyer Guides for Marshall County

Editorial methodology pairs each documented risk in this county with the buyer category that addresses it, drawing on water-quality detections, housing-stock lead exposure, EPA Radon Zone designation, and FEMA flood and wildfire ratings. NSF-certified options surface where applicable, and products that match the specific contaminant take priority.

Overview

Marshall County in Oklahoma covers 3 ZIP codes with an average Home Safety Score of B (79/100).

2 of 3 ZIP codes have recorded EPA violations. 25 health-based violations have been documented.

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Data Sources

Updated daily.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is water safe in Marshall County?
Marshall County receives a grade of B, indicating generally safe tap water across its 3 ZIP codes.
How many water systems serve Marshall County?
Marshall County is served by 7 public water systems that supply drinking water to residents across 3 ZIP codes.
What is the biggest environmental risk in Marshall County?
The primary environmental risk factor in Marshall County is wildfire. This contributes to an estimated additional annual cost of $810 per homeowner.
How old are homes in Marshall County?
The median home build year in Marshall County is 1972. 59.3% of homes were built before 1978, which means they may contain lead-based paint and older plumbing materials.
How does Marshall County compare to Oklahoma?
Marshall County has an average water safety score of 79/100, which is above the Oklahoma state average of 79/100.

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