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Tillman County, Oklahoma

6 ZIP codes · Avg score 72/100 · Grade B · Updated 2026-06-03

Tillman County maintains reliable drinking water quality across all 6 of its tracked ZIP codes.

How Tillman County Compares

Tillman County72/100
Oklahoma avg79/100
National avg68/100

How Tillman County Compares

B
County Grade
72/100
Avg Safety Score
6
ZIP Codes
7
Water Systems

Tillman County scores 7 points below the Oklahoma state average (79/100) and 4 points above the national average (68/100).

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

B
County Grade
72
Avg Safety Score
6
ZIP Codes
Best ZIP: 73551 (98/100)
Lowest ZIP: 73546 (55/100)
$71K
Median Home Value
$880
Avg Remediation (125% of home value)

ZIP Code Risk Map

Water Quality Map: Tillman 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: 16.1 (asthma 11.1%, diabetes 16.2%)

Estimated additional annual cost per homeowner: $965, driven primarily by water_lead

Infrastructure: 0.558% avg pipe failure probability, 83% of ZIPs at high risk

87% of homes built before 1978 (lead paint era)

Violation History (2021–2025)

↑ Worsening trend

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

2021
1 (1 health)
2022
3 (3 health)
2023
14 (14 health)
2024
27 (27 health)
2025
16 (16 health)

Peak year: 2024 with 27 violations. Past 5 years: 61 total (61 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 11.1% (national: 8.9%)
Diabetes 16.2% (national: 10.5%)
Obesity 44% (national: 32.4%)

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

Infrastructure Overview

1955
Median Build Year
87%
Pre-1978 Housing
56%
Pipe Failure Probability
83%
ZIPs at High Infra Risk
High
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: $965

Water / Lead $317/yr
Energy Code Gap $315/yr
Wildfire $300/yr

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

Housing Age Distribution

3,771 housing units in Tillman County

Pre-1940 14%
1940–1959 33%
1960–1979 38%
1980–1999 11%
2000+ 5%

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 Tillman County

$71K
Median Home Value
$880
Est. Remediation Cost
1.2%
of Home Value
Remediation as % of home value low burden

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

Asthma 11.1% (US avg: 8.9%)
Diabetes 16.2% (US avg: 11%)
Obesity 44% (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 Tillman County ranked by EPA violation count.

# Water System Population Violations
1 Tipton 916 57
2 Manitou 278 49
3 Tillman Company Rwd #1 1,500 40
4 Grandfield 1,110 32
5 Davidson 375 19

7 total water systems serve Tillman County.

All ZIP Codes in Tillman County

6 ZIP codes tracked in Tillman County.

# ZIP Code City Safety Score Grade Violations Home Value
1 73551 Hollister 98 A 4 (1 health) $76K
2 73530 Davidson 75 B 11 (6 health) $69K
3 73570 Tipton 70 B 49 (30 health) $77K
4 73542 Frederick 66 C 8 (7 health) $72K
5 73555 Manitou 66 C 0 $43K
6 73546 Grandfield 55 C 32 (26 health) $57K

Recommended Buyer Guides for Tillman County

Strictly editorial — no paid placements influence which guides appear; the selection draws on NSF certifications and EPA detection records for water systems serving this county.

Overview

Tillman County in Oklahoma covers 6 ZIP codes with an average Home Safety Score of B (72/100).

5 of 6 ZIP codes have recorded EPA violations. 70 health-based violations have been documented.

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Data Sources

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is water safe in Tillman County?
Tillman County receives a grade of B, indicating generally safe tap water across its 6 ZIP codes.
How many water systems serve Tillman County?
Tillman County is served by 7 public water systems that supply drinking water to residents across 6 ZIP codes.
What is the biggest environmental risk in Tillman County?
The primary environmental risk factor in Tillman County is water_lead. This contributes to an estimated additional annual cost of $965 per homeowner.
How old are homes in Tillman County?
The median home build year in Tillman County is 1955. 87% of homes were built before 1978, which means they may contain lead-based paint and older plumbing materials.
How does Tillman County compare to Oklahoma?
Tillman County has an average water safety score of 72/100, which is below the Oklahoma state average of 79/100.

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