Killeen, TX: 24 Health Violations — 87/100 (2026)
8 ZIP codes · 9 water systems · Updated 2026-06-03
Drinking water tracked for Killeen by TX authorities posts above-average scores — the majority of systems are free from health-based exceedances and the city's grade sits above the state median.
How Killeen Compares
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-03
Water Quality Map: Killeen, TX
Each dot represents a ZIP code. Color indicates water quality grade. Tap a dot for details.
Score Distribution
Distribution of water safety grades across Killeen.
Killeen Water: The Quick Version
- Your city's water systems recorded 88 violations in the past 5 years.
- Average lead level: 0.001 mg/L.
- Estimated remediation: $1,638 per household.
- CDC health risk index: 12.81 — above typical levels.
Water Systems Serving Killeen
Residential addresses in Killeen, TX are served by 3 primary water providers out of 9 systems in federal records. Each system maintains separate infrastructure and files its own EPA compliance reports, so service conditions are not uniform across the city.
Overview
We track water quality and home safety data for 8 ZIP codes in Killeen, Texas (population ~161,998), covering 9 community water systems serving approximately 446,237 people region-wide.
8 of 8 ZIP codes (100%) have recorded EPA violations. 24 health-based violations documented.
Home Safety Score
Average Home Safety Score for Killeen: A (87/100)
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
Killeen water systems draw from: Surface water.
Lead & Copper
- Average lead level (90th percentile): 0.0010 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): 8 ZIP codes
Top Contaminants
| Contaminant | Category | Violations | ZIPs Affected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stage 1 DBP Rule | Treatment Technique | 36 | 8 |
| Stage 2 DBP Rule | Treatment Technique | 36 | 8 |
| Lead and Copper Rule | Treatment Technique | 27 | 8 |
Areas with Most Violations
| ZIP Code | Safety Score | Violations | Health-Based | System |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 76540 | A | 11 | 3 | City of Killeen |
| 76541 | B | 11 | 3 | City of Killeen |
| 76542 | B | 11 | 3 | City of Killeen |
| 76543 | B | 11 | 3 | City of Killeen |
| 76545 | A | 11 | 3 | City of Killeen |
| 76546 | A | 11 | 3 | City of Killeen |
| 76547 | A | 11 | 3 | City of Killeen |
| 76549 | B | 11 | 3 | City of Killeen |
All ZIP Codes in Killeen
- 76540 [A] — 11 violations ⚠
- 76541 [B] — 11 violations ⚠
- 76542 [B] — 11 violations ⚠
- 76543 [B] — 11 violations ⚠
- 76545 [A] — 11 violations ⚠
- 76546 [A] — 11 violations ⚠
- 76547 [A] — 11 violations ⚠
- 76549 [B] — 11 violations ⚠
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.
CDC Health Data for Killeen
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
Key Contaminants Detected in Killeen
Based on EPA violation records. Check your ZIP code report for system-specific contaminant data.
Killeen: Remediation Cost in Perspective
Low proportionality — that's the Killeen picture when remediation costs are placed against typical home equity.
Remediation costs in Killeen are relatively low compared to home values. The $988–$2,975 estimated range is a small fraction of median property value. Home values are 11% below the Texas average.
Protecting Children from Lead in Killeen
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 Killeen 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.
Climate-Related Water Risk for Killeen
Flood exposure in Killeen is meaningful by NFIP measures — 150 claims on record and 50% of ZIP codes carrying FEMA flood zone designations. That level of activity makes flood history a relevant factor when evaluating local water quality over time.
Killeen has a moderate flood history with 150 FEMA claims averaging $13,842 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>$1,638</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
Detailed analysis for Killeen, TX