Laredo, TX: 19 Health Violations - Home Safety 87/100
8 ZIP codes · 2 water systems · Updated
ZipCheckup grade for Laredo: A.
The model grade is high, but the records on this page include findings worth reviewing.
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Laredo, TX carries a grade in ZipCheckup's upper tier; any health-based violations on record should be checked per water system.
How Laredo Compares
Data: EPA SDWIS
Water Quality Map: Laredo, TX
Each dot represents a ZIP code. Color indicates water quality grade. Tap a dot for details.
Score Distribution
Safety grade breakdown for Laredo's 5 ZIP codes.
Key Facts for Laredo Residents
- Your city's water systems recorded 28 violations since 2021.
- Average of reported 90th-percentile lead results: 0.0014 mg/L.
- Homes built before 1986: 35% - older plumbing may contain lead solder.
- Estimated remediation: $1,100 per household.
- Health risk index (ZipCheckup composite of CDC data): 12.4.
Laredo's Water Providers
Multiple utilities show up for Laredo, TX: 2 are listed here out of 2 tracked federally.
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Overview
We track home safety data for 8 ZIP codes in Laredo, Texas, covering 2 community water systems serving approximately 266,762 people. The EPA snapshots used for this build directly map water systems to 5 of 8 ZIP codes.
5 of 5 ZIP codes with a reported violation count in the available EPA record (100%) have recorded EPA violations. 19 health-based violations appear in the available health breakdown.
Home Safety Score
Average Home Safety Score for Laredo: A (87/100)
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
Laredo water systems draw from: Surface water.
Lead & Copper
- Average of reported 90th-percentile lead results: 0.0014 mg/L (EPA action level: 0.015 mg/L)
- 0 of 5 ZIP codes with known status exceed the EPA lead action level
Radon Risk
8 of 8 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) | Disinfection Byproducts | 30 | 1 |
| Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule | Treatment Technique | 24 | 5 |
| Public Notice Rule | Reporting | 13 | 5 |
| Lead and Copper Rule Revisions | Treatment Technique | 12 | 5 |
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Microbiological | 12 | 5 |
Areas with Most Violations
| ZIP Code | Safety Score | Violations | Health-Based | System |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 78046 | A | 28 | 19 | City of Laredo |
| 78040 | A | 10 | 3 | City of Laredo |
| 78041 | A | 10 | 3 | City of Laredo |
| 78043 | A | 10 | 3 | City of Laredo |
| 78045 | A | 10 | 3 | City of Laredo |
All ZIP Codes in Laredo
- 78040 [A] - 10 violations ⚠
- 78041 [A] - 10 violations ⚠
- 78042
- 78043 [A] - 10 violations ⚠
- 78044
- 78045 [A] - 10 violations ⚠
- 78046 [A] - 28 violations ⚠
- 78049
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.
Laredo Community Health Snapshot
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
What's in Laredo's Water?
Based on EPA violation records. Check your ZIP code report for system-specific contaminant data.
Laredo Infrastructure Age
Housing age data helps assess potential lead pipe and infrastructure risks. Newer housing stock generally means lower plumbing-related contamination risk.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS).
Housing Age Profile
For a household in Laredo, a certified lab test of tap water answers what the median build year of 1997 cannot.
Most homes in Laredo 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.
How Remediation Costs Compare in Laredo
Low tier for Laredo: remediation estimated at up to 1% of what homes are worth.
Estimated remediation costs in Laredo can be compared with local home values. The $600–$2,300 estimated range can be set against the median property value; actual costs vary by home. Home values are 5% below the Texas average.
Laredo: Lead Risk & Vulnerable Populations
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.
Laredo: NFIP Claim Records and Water-Quality Context
Historical NFIP data for Laredo contains 268 flood insurance claims. Among claims with payment data, the average reported building, contents, and ICC component sum is $36,064. Among ZIP codes with claim records, 71% 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 $1,100 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 Laredo, TX