Washington County, Oklahoma
8 ZIP codes · Avg score 67/100 · Grade C · Updated 2026-06-03
Within Washington County, 8 tracked ZIP codes reveal moderate water quality — national standards are generally met, with some documented exceptions.
How Washington County Compares
How Washington County Compares
Washington County scores 12 points below the Oklahoma state average (79/100) and 1 points below the national average (68/100).
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-03
ZIP Code Risk Map
Water Quality Map: Washington County, Oklahoma
Each dot represents a ZIP code. Color indicates water quality grade. Tap a dot for details.
Key Risk Factors
Health risk index: 15.1 (asthma 11.7%, diabetes 13.5%)
Estimated additional annual cost per homeowner: $1,561, driven primarily by flood
Infrastructure: 0.466% avg pipe failure probability, 50% of ZIPs at high risk
65.3% of homes built before 1978 (lead paint era)
Violation History (2021–2025)
↑ Worsening trendEPA violation counts by year across Washington County water systems. Health-based shown in red, total in blue.
Peak year: 2025 with 53 violations. Past 5 years: 113 total (113 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: $1,561
Bar widths proportional to share of total annual risk cost. Source: compound risk model (FEMA, EPA, USGS).
Housing Age Distribution
23,440 housing units in Washington 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 Washington County
Remediation costs are relatively manageable for most homeowners in Washington 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 Washington 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 Washington County ranked by EPA violation count.
| # | Water System | Population | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Washington Company Rwd #2 | 2,250 | 193 |
| 2 | Bartlesville | 34,748 | 172 |
| 3 | Strike-axe Hwy 60 | 450 | 172 |
| 4 | Osage Company Rwd #20 (hulah) | 350 | 172 |
| 5 | Strike Axe (chimney Rock) | 275 | 172 |
22 total water systems serve Washington County.
All ZIP Codes in Washington County
8 ZIP codes tracked in Washington County.
| # | ZIP Code | City | Safety Score | Grade | Violations | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 74051 | Ochelata | 83 | B | 21 (3 health) | $152K |
| 2 | 74061 | Ramona | 71 | B | 47 (6 health) | $225K |
| 3 | 74004 | Bartlesville | 66 | C | 43 (27 health) | — |
| 4 | 74005 | Bartlesville | 66 | C | 43 (27 health) | — |
| 5 | 74083 | Wann | 66 | C | 0 | $180K |
| 6 | 74029 | Dewey | 65 | C | 39 (11 health) | $139K |
| 7 | 74003 | Bartlesville | 60 | C | 43 (27 health) | $107K |
| 8 | 74006 | Bartlesville | 55 | C | 43 (27 health) | $185K |
Recommended Buyer Guides for Washington County
If FEMA records flag flood-top-risk status or EPA samples show PFAS exceedances, the matching logic lifts emergency-water and PFAS-rated filtration into the recommendations — federal data drives the order, not retailer arrangements.
- Best Lead Paint Test Kits — 65.3% of homes built before 1978
- Best Under-Sink Reverse Osmosis Systems — Multi-contaminant removal at the kitchen tap
- Best Sump Pumps — Flood is the top compound risk factor
- Best Mold Test Kits — Flood-driven moisture and mold risk
Deep Dive Reports
Detailed analysis for Washington County, Oklahoma
Overview
Washington County in Oklahoma covers 8 ZIP codes with an average Home Safety Score of C (67/100).
7 of 8 ZIP codes have recorded EPA violations. 128 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.