Commerce, TX: 8 Health Violations — 93/100 (2026)
2 ZIP codes · 7 water systems · Updated 2026-06-03
Within Commerce, safety indicators for tap water remain above the TX median — documented violations are infrequent and the city's compliance record sits in the upper tier.
How Commerce Compares
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-03
What You Should Know About Commerce Water
- Your city's water systems recorded 24 violations in the past 5 years.
- Average lead level: 0.0045 mg/L.
- Estimated remediation: $1,750 per household.
- CDC health risk index: 13.21 — above typical levels.
Who Supplies Your Water in Commerce
Multiple utilities divide Commerce, TX's water service — 3 leading providers among 7 on the federal register.
Overview
We track water quality and home safety data for 2 ZIP codes in Commerce, Texas (population ~11,587), covering 7 community water systems serving approximately 24,806 people region-wide.
2 of 2 ZIP codes (100%) have recorded EPA violations. 8 health-based violations documented.
Home Safety Score
Average Home Safety Score for Commerce: A (93/100)
The score combines three factors:
| Factor | What It Measures |
|---|---|
| Water Quality | EPA violations and compliance history |
| Lead Levels | 90th percentile lead concentration vs EPA action level |
| Radon Risk | EPA radon zone classification |
Water Sources
Commerce water systems draw from: Groundwater, Surface water.
Lead & Copper
- Average lead level (90th percentile): 0.0045 mg/L (EPA action level: 0.015 mg/L)
- 0 ZIP codes exceed the EPA lead action level
Radon Risk
Dominant radon zone: Zone 3 (Low Risk)
- Zone 1 (High): 0 ZIP codes
- Zone 2 (Moderate): 0 ZIP codes
- Zone 3 (Low): 2 ZIP codes
Top Contaminants
| Contaminant | Category | Violations | ZIPs Affected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lead and Copper Rule | Treatment Technique | 9 | 2 |
| Consumer Confidence Report Rule | Reporting | 9 | 2 |
| Fecal Coliform | Microbiological | 6 | 2 |
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Microbiological | 6 | 2 |
| Copper | Inorganic | 3 | 2 |
Areas with Most Violations
| ZIP Code | Safety Score | Violations | Health-Based | System |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 75428 | A | 12 | 4 | City of Commerce |
| 75429 | A | 12 | 4 | City of Commerce |
All ZIP Codes in Commerce
Data Sources
- Water quality: EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS)
- Lead/copper: EPA Lead and Copper Rule sampling data
- Radon: EPA Map of Radon Zones
Updated daily.
Health Outcomes in Commerce
Source: CDC PLACES (County-level estimates). Water contamination can correlate with respiratory and chronic health conditions.
Compared to National Average
Vertical line = national average. ■ Above national · ■ Below national
Top Contaminants in Commerce Water
Based on EPA violation records. Check your ZIP code report for system-specific contaminant data.
Cost Context: What Remediation Means for Commerce Homeowners
Within the Commerce property market, documented remediation claims a moderate slice of typical equity — real but budgetable.
Remediation costs are moderate relative to home values in Commerce. The estimated $1,050–$3,150 range is manageable for most homeowners but still worth budgeting for. Home values are 36% below the Texas average.
Lead Exposure Risk for Children in Commerce
Why children are most at risk: The CDC states there is no safe level of lead exposure for children. Children under 6 absorb lead more readily than adults, and even low levels can cause developmental delays, learning difficulties, and behavioral problems.
Lead risk in Commerce appears low overall, but individual homes may differ. Testing is the only way to confirm your water's lead content.
Sources: EPA Lead and Copper Rule, U.S. Census Bureau ACS, CDC childhood lead poisoning prevention guidelines.
Flood & Climate Risk in Commerce
50% of ZIP codes in Commerce are mapped into FEMA-designated flood zones, and the NFIP records 6 claims reflecting a multi-event flood history. That combination places local flood exposure in the range where water-quality implications deserve at least periodic attention.
Commerce has a moderate flood history with 6 FEMA claims averaging $21,946 per payout. 50% of ZIP codes fall within FEMA flood zones. Flood events can contaminate drinking water and overwhelm treatment systems.
How flooding affects water quality: Flood events can introduce sewage, agricultural runoff, and industrial chemicals into water supplies. Even after floodwaters recede, contamination can persist in wells and aging infrastructure. Flood damage can add significantly to the estimated <strong>$1,750</strong> remediation cost per household.
Residents in flood-prone areas should consider flood insurance even outside FEMA zones — over 25% of flood claims come from low-to-moderate risk areas. After any flood event, test your water before drinking.
Source: FEMA National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) claims data, FEMA flood zone designations.
Deep Dive Reports
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