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Pushmataha County, Oklahoma

9 ZIP codes · Avg score 63/100 · Grade C · Updated 2026-06-03

Safe water is the norm for most of Pushmataha County's 9 ZIP codes — but a notable subset have documented violations that push the grade to the middle tier.

How Pushmataha County Compares

Pushmataha County63/100
Oklahoma avg79/100
National avg68/100

How Pushmataha County Compares

C
County Grade
63/100
Avg Safety Score
9
ZIP Codes
8
Water Systems

Pushmataha County scores 16 points below the Oklahoma state average (79/100) and 5 points below the national average (68/100).

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

C
County Grade
63
Avg Safety Score
9
ZIP Codes
Best ZIP: 74523 (70/100)
Lowest ZIP: 74536 (37/100)
$113K
Median Home Value
$1,050
Avg Remediation (93% of home value)

ZIP Code Risk Map

Water Quality Map: Pushmataha 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: 17.5 (asthma 12.4%, diabetes 17.5%)

Estimated additional annual cost per homeowner: $634, driven primarily by wildfire

Infrastructure: 0.424% avg pipe failure probability, 50% of ZIPs at high risk

57.4% of homes built before 1978 (lead paint era)

Violation History (2021–2025)

↑ Worsening trend

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

2021
2 (2 health)
2022
10 (10 health)
2023
12 (12 health)
2024
47 (47 health)
2025
51 (51 health)

Peak year: 2025 with 51 violations. Past 5 years: 122 total (122 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 12.4% (national: 8.9%)
Diabetes 17.5% (national: 10.5%)
Obesity 39.5% (national: 32.4%)

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

Infrastructure Overview

1983
Median Build Year
57.4%
Pre-1978 Housing
42%
Pipe Failure Probability
50%
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: $634

Wildfire $300/yr
Water / Lead $172/yr
Energy Code Gap $140/yr

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

Housing Age Distribution

5,298 housing units in Pushmataha County

Pre-1940 6%
1940–1959 9%
1960–1979 32%
1980–1999 31%
2000+ 22%

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 Pushmataha County

$113K
Median Home Value
$1,050
Est. Remediation Cost
0.9%
of Home Value
Remediation as % of home value low burden

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

Asthma 12.4% (US avg: 8.9%)
Diabetes 17.5% (US avg: 11%)
Obesity 39.5% (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 Pushmataha County ranked by EPA violation count.

# Water System Population Violations
1 Pushmataha Company Rwd #3 4,825 87
2 Pushmataha Company Rwd #1 1,200 82
3 Pushmataha Company Rwd #5 (nashoba) 725 82
4 Pushmataha Company Rwd #2 (albion) 959 77
5 Latimer Company Rwd #2 1,500 53

8 total water systems serve Pushmataha County.

All ZIP Codes in Pushmataha County

9 ZIP codes tracked in Pushmataha County.

# ZIP Code City Safety Score Grade Violations Home Value
1 74523 Antlers 70 B 34 (30 health) $112K
2 74521 Albion 66 C 24 (18 health) $46K
3 74543 Finley 66 C 0 $155K
4 74557 Moyers 66 C 0 $119K
5 74558 Nashoba 66 C 29 (19 health) $102K
6 74567 Snow 66 C 0 $71K
7 74574 Tuskahoma 66 C 0 $124K
8 74752 Pickens 66 C 0
9 74536 Clayton 37 F 53 (47 health) $114K

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Overview

Pushmataha County in Oklahoma covers 9 ZIP codes with an average Home Safety Score of C (63/100).

4 of 9 ZIP codes have recorded EPA violations. 114 health-based violations have been documented.

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Data Sources

Updated daily.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is water safe in Pushmataha County?
Pushmataha County receives a grade of C. Some ZIP codes have recorded violations and residents in affected areas may want to test their water.
How many water systems serve Pushmataha County?
Pushmataha County is served by 8 public water systems that supply drinking water to residents across 9 ZIP codes.
What is the biggest environmental risk in Pushmataha County?
The primary environmental risk factor in Pushmataha County is wildfire. This contributes to an estimated additional annual cost of $634 per homeowner.
How old are homes in Pushmataha County?
The median home build year in Pushmataha County is 1983. 57.4% of homes were built before 1978, which means they may contain lead-based paint and older plumbing materials.
How does Pushmataha County compare to Oklahoma?
Pushmataha County has an average water safety score of 63/100, which is below the Oklahoma state average of 79/100.

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