Lancaster, TX: 1 Health Violation - Home Safety 88/100
2 ZIP codes · 5 water systems · Updated
ZipCheckup grade for Lancaster: A.
Checked records flag no major concern; missing data is unknown.
Lancaster, TX carries a grade in ZipCheckup's upper tier; any health-based violations on record should be checked per water system.
How Lancaster Compares
Data: EPA SDWIS
What You Should Know About Lancaster Water
- Your city's water systems recorded 8 violations since 2021.
- Average of reported 90th-percentile lead results: 0.0022 mg/L.
- Homes built before 1986: 41% - older plumbing may contain lead solder.
- Estimated remediation: $650 per household.
- Health risk index (ZipCheckup composite of CDC data): 11.84.
Who Supplies Your Water in Lancaster
The 3 largest of 5 systems connected with Lancaster, TX are listed below.
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Overview
We track home safety data for 2 ZIP codes in Lancaster, Texas (population ~44,109), covering 5 community water systems serving approximately 1,453,523 people region-wide. The EPA snapshots used for this build directly map water systems to 2 of 2 ZIP codes.
2 of 2 ZIP codes with a reported violation count in the available EPA record (100%) have recorded EPA violations. 1 health-based violation appear in the available health breakdown.
Home Safety Score
Average Home Safety Score for Lancaster: A (88/100)
Model 4.0.0 uses four measured components across three equally weighted domains. If a required domain is unavailable, no score is published:
| Factor | What It Measures |
|---|---|
| Water Quality | EPA violations and compliance history |
| PFAS MCL Screen | UCMR 5 testing against the covered federal MCLs |
| Radon Risk | EPA radon zone classification |
| Annual AQI | EPA AirData county-year median with at least 90 observed days |
Water Sources
Lancaster water systems draw from: Surface water.
Lead & Copper
- Average of reported 90th-percentile lead results: 0.0022 mg/L (EPA action level: 0.015 mg/L)
- 0 of 2 ZIP codes with known status exceed the EPA lead action level
Radon Risk
2 of 2 ZIP records with known zones are in EPA Radon Zone 3.
The EPA recommends testing all homes regardless of radon zone. County radon zones cannot replace an in-home radon test.
Top Contaminants
| Contaminant | Category | Violations | ZIPs Affected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lead and Copper Rule Revisions | Treatment Technique | 6 | 2 |
| Consumer Confidence Rule | Reporting | 4 | 2 |
| Lead and Copper Rule | Treatment Technique | 3 | 2 |
| Public Notice Rule | Reporting | 2 | 1 |
Areas with Most Violations
| ZIP Code | Safety Score | Violations | Health-Based | System |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 75146 | A | 8 | 1 | City of Lancaster |
| 75134 | A | 3 | 0 | City of Lancaster |
All ZIP Codes in Lancaster
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
Reporting periods vary by source. Missing data is shown as unavailable, not as zero.
Health Outcomes in Lancaster
Source: CDC PLACES (County-level estimates). County health indicators are shown for context only and are not linked to this area's water records.
Compared to National Average
Vertical line = national average. ■ Above national · ■ Below national
Top Contaminants in Lancaster Water
Based on EPA violation records. Check your ZIP code report for system-specific contaminant data.
Housing & Infrastructure in Lancaster
With 41% of homes built before 1986, lead solder in plumbing is a potential concern. Federal law banned lead solder in drinking-water plumbing in 1986, but many older homes retain original plumbing.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS).
Housing Age Profile
For a household in Lancaster, a certified lab test of tap water answers what the median build year of 1998 cannot.
Most homes in Lancaster were built after 1986; lead exposure at a tap still depends on its service line and plumbing. Older homes should still be tested.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS B25034.
Cost Context: What Remediation Means for Lancaster Homeowners
Measured against the median home value, the estimated cost of fixing the issues flagged for Lancaster lands in the lowest of the three tiers this page uses.
Estimated remediation costs in Lancaster can be compared with local home values. The $375–$1,100 estimated range can be set against the median property value; actual costs vary by home. Home values are 9% above the Texas average.
Lead Exposure Risk for Children in Lancaster
Why children are most at risk: The CDC states that no safe blood lead level in children has been identified. Children under 6 absorb lead more readily than adults, and even low levels can cause developmental delays, learning difficulties, and behavioral problems.
If you have young children or are pregnant, consider testing your home's water - especially if your home was built before 1986.
Sources: EPA Lead and Copper Rule, U.S. Census Bureau ACS, CDC childhood lead poisoning prevention guidelines.
Historical NFIP Claim Context in Lancaster
Historical NFIP data for Lancaster contains 179 flood insurance claims. Among claims with payment data, the average reported building, contents, and ICC component sum is $40,181. Among ZIP codes with claim records, 100% have an A- or V-family dominant rated zone recorded in those historical claims. This is not a complete current FEMA property-map inventory.
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. The $650 remediation estimate shown here excludes flood insurance and is not derived from NFIP claim count.
Claim count does not establish current property risk. Check the exact address in FEMA's current map and obtain a property-specific insurance quote when relevant.
Source: historical FEMA National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) claim records. No current FEMA property-map designation is asserted.
Deep Dive Reports
Detailed analysis for Lancaster, TX