Talco, TX Water Safety: 88/100 (2026)
1 ZIP code · 3 water systems · Updated 2026-06-03
The water systems supplying Talco show a track record of above-average compliance with federal standards — consistently among the better performers in TX.
How Talco Compares
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-03
What You Should Know About Talco Water
- Homes built before 1986: 59% — older plumbing may contain lead solder.
- Estimated remediation: $500 per household.
- CDC health risk index: 14.26 — above typical levels.
Who Supplies Your Water in Talco
Federal records list 3 water systems tied to Talco, TX. Of those, 3 are the primary providers, meaning service conditions, rate structures, and compliance histories can differ depending on where a property sits.
Overview
We track water quality and home safety data for 1 ZIP code in Talco, Texas (population ~1,110), covering 3 community water systems serving approximately 32,050 people region-wide.
No EPA violations recorded across any ZIP codes in Talco — an excellent indicator of water quality.
Home Safety Score
Average Home Safety Score for Talco: A (88/100)
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
Talco water systems draw from: Groundwater.
Lead & Copper
- Lead data: not yet available for Talco
- 0 ZIP codes exceed the EPA lead action level
Radon Risk
Dominant radon zone: Zone 3 (Low Risk)
Areas with No Violations
| ZIP Code | Safety Score | System | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| 75487 | A | City of Talco | 711 |
All ZIP Codes in Talco
- 75487 [A]
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 Talco
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
Housing & Infrastructure in Talco
With 59% of homes built before 1986, lead solder in plumbing is a potential concern. The EPA banned lead solder in 1986, but many older homes retain original plumbing.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS).
Housing Age Profile
Plumbing risk in older housing is defined by two eras: the pre-1970 period when lead pipes were commonly used for service lines, and the 1970-to-1986 period when lead solder remained standard in copper plumbing until the federal ban. Talco's median build year of 1973 lands in a range where both eras are heavily represented in the housing stock. That creates an elevated aggregate environment for plumbing-related lead exposure — one that city-level water quality averages don't capture, because the risk sits inside individual properties rather than in the distribution system.
Over half of homes in Talco were built before 1986, when lead solder was banned. Older plumbing may leach lead into drinking water, especially with corrosive water chemistry.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS B25034.
Cost Context: What Remediation Means for Talco Homeowners
Equity impact data for Talco lands in the favorable tier — remediation claims a small slice of what properties here are worth.
Remediation costs in Talco are relatively low compared to home values. The $300–$800 estimated range is a small fraction of median property value. Home values are 51% below the Texas average.
Lead Exposure Risk for Children in Talco
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.
In recent monitoring under the Lead and Copper Rule, citywide samples for Talco have approached or crossed the regulatory action level on multiple occasions. Combined with 59% of stock dating from the pre-rule era, the picture supports baseline single-tap reads as a standard household-level step.
Sources: EPA Lead and Copper Rule, U.S. Census Bureau ACS, CDC childhood lead poisoning prevention guidelines.
Deep Dive Reports
Detailed analysis for Talco, TX