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Mico, TX Home Safety: Home Safety Score unavailable

1 ZIP code · 2 water systems · Updated

Data: EPA SDWIS

1
ZIP Codes
2
Water Systems
0
ZIPs Linked to Systems with Violations
Zone 3
County Radon Potential (Low)
$503K
Median Home Value
$500
Est. Remediation (0.1% of home value)

Key Facts for Mico Residents

  • Average of reported 90th-percentile lead results: 0.0035 mg/L.
  • Homes built before 1986: 14% - older plumbing may contain lead solder.
  • Estimated remediation: $500 per household.
  • Health risk index (ZipCheckup composite of CDC data): 13.12.

Mico's Water Providers

More than one public water system is linked to Mico, TX: federal records tie 2 systems to the area, and the 2 with the largest reported service populations are shown below. Which of them supplies a particular address depends on where the property sits, and a water bill or the utility can confirm it.

Overview

We track home safety data for 1 ZIP code in Mico, Texas (population ~2,431), covering 2 community water systems serving approximately 12,630 people region-wide. The EPA snapshots used for this build directly map water systems to 1 of 1 ZIP codes.

The available EPA record reports 0 violations for 1 ZIP code with a reported violation count.

Water Sources

Mico water systems draw from: Groundwater.

Lead & Copper

  • Average of reported 90th-percentile lead results: 0.0035 mg/L (EPA action level: 0.015 mg/L)
  • 0 of 1 ZIP code with known status exceed the EPA lead action level

Radon Risk

1 of 1 ZIP records with known zones is 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.

Areas with No Violations

ZIP Code Safety Score System Population
78056 — Yancey Water Supply Corporation 12,186

All ZIP Codes in Mico

Data Sources

Reporting periods vary by source. Missing data is shown as unavailable, not as zero.

Mico Community Health Snapshot

9.2%
Asthma (US: 9.8%)
14.4%
Diabetes (US: 10.4%)
16%
Poor Mental Health (US: 14.8%)

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

Asthma 9.2% ↓
Diabetes 14.4% ↑
Mental Health 16% ↑

Vertical line = national average. ■ Above national · ■ Below national

Mico Infrastructure Age

2004
Median Build Year
14%
Built Before 1986
10%
Built Before 1970
PEX or Copper
Likely Pipe Material

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

Construction dates in Mico center on a median of 2004, and the Census figures behind it describe when homes were built, not what materials they contain.

2004
Median Year Built
14%
Pre-1986 (lead solder era; lead paint banned 1978)
10%
Pre-1970 (Lead Pipes Risk)
Pre-1970 (10%) 1970–1986 (4%) Post-1986 (86%)

Most homes in Mico 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 Mico

How large is the remediation estimate next to home prices in Mico? Small in relative terms: it amounts to 1% of the median value or less, although the dollar figure below is still an estimate and actual costs vary by property and contractor.

Median Home Value
$502,800
Est. Remediation
$500
Remediation as % of home value 0.1%

Estimated remediation costs in Mico can be compared with local home values. The $300–$800 estimated range can be set against the median property value; actual costs vary by home. Home values are 120% above the Texas average.

Mico: Lead Risk & Vulnerable Populations

14%
Homes Built Before 1986
0.0035
mg/L average of reported water-system 90th-percentile lead results (the 0.015 action level applies to each system's result, not to this average)

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.

For families with young children in Mico, two area figures are available: pre-1986 construction at about 14%, and a mean of the ZIP codes' 90th-percentile lead results under 0.010 mg/L. Testing water from the tap a child drinks from gives a home-specific result.

Sources: EPA Lead and Copper Rule, U.S. Census Bureau ACS, CDC childhood lead poisoning prevention guidelines.

Mico: NFIP Claim Records and Water-Quality Context

1
Total FEMA Flood Claims
$107,279
Avg Reported Sum With Payment Data
0%
A/V Share of Claim-Record ZIPs

Historical NFIP data for Mico contains 1 flood insurance claim. Among claims with payment data, the average reported building, contents, and ICC component sum is $107,279. Among ZIP codes with claim records, 0% 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 $500 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does Mico water have lead?
The average of the reported 90th-percentile lead results across the ZIP codes of Mico is 0.0035 mg/L. The EPA action level of 0.015 mg/L applies to each water system's own 90th percentile, not to this average. EPA's health goal for lead is zero. Lead levels can vary by home - testing is recommended especially in older properties.
How many water systems serve Mico?
Our records map 2 water systems to 1 ZIP code in Mico. The related population figure in our data is approximately 2,431 people; it is not a count of people served citywide.
How much does it cost to fix water issues in Mico?
Estimated remediation cost per household in Mico: $500; modeled range $300 to $800. Estimated costs may include filtration, pipe replacement, radon mitigation, or flood protection where applicable.
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APA ZipCheckup. (2026). Mico, TX Home Safety: Home Safety Score unavailable. https://zipcheckup.com/cities/tx/mico/
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  title  = {{Mico, TX Home Safety: Home Safety Score unavailable}},
  year   = {2026},
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Page version: October 2026.

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