Curry County, New Mexico
8 ZIP codes · Avg score 69/100 · Grade C · Updated 2026-06-03
The systems supplying Curry County's 8 ZIP codes vary in performance — most meet minimum standards, but violations in select areas are on record.
How Curry County Compares
How Curry County Compares
Curry County scores 7 points above the New Mexico state average (62/100) and 1 points above the national average (68/100).
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-03
ZIP Code Risk Map
Water Quality Map: Curry County, New Mexico
Each dot represents a ZIP code. Color indicates water quality grade. Tap a dot for details.
Key Risk Factors
Health risk index: 12.7 (asthma 10.3%, diabetes 12%)
Estimated additional annual cost per homeowner: $885, driven primarily by energy_code_gap
Infrastructure: 0.391% avg pipe failure probability, 29% of ZIPs at high risk
68.8% of homes built before 1978 (lead paint era)
Violation History (2021–2025)
↑ Worsening trendEPA violation counts by year across Curry County water systems. Health-based shown in red, total in blue.
Peak year: 2024 with 6 violations. Past 5 years: 16 total (16 health-based). Health-based violations are rising versus the prior 2-year window — worth closer monitoring.
Source: EPA SDWIS historical violations. Data may lag 6–12 months for the most recent year.
County Health Indicators vs National Average
Black markers indicate national averages. Source: CDC PLACES, Census ACS.
Infrastructure Overview
Sources: Census ACS (housing age), EPA SDWIS (infrastructure risk model), state bridge inspection data.
Compound Risk Breakdown
Estimated additional annual cost per homeowner: $885
Bar widths proportional to share of total annual risk cost. Source: compound risk model (FEMA, EPA, USGS).
Housing Age Distribution
21,296 housing units in Curry County
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS B25034 (Year Structure Built).
Water Safety Affordability
How much it costs to fix water issues relative to home values in Curry County
Remediation costs are relatively manageable for most homeowners in Curry County, representing a small fraction of property value.
Remediation includes water filtration, lead abatement, radon mitigation, and flood protection where applicable. Source: Census ACS, EPA SDWIS.
Health Outcomes vs National Average
CDC PLACES data for Curry County residents
Black markers = national averages. Red = above national avg. Green = below. Source: CDC PLACES, Census ACS.
Water Systems with Most Violations
Top 5 systems in Curry County ranked by EPA violation count.
| # | Water System | Population | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Epcor Water New Mexico Inc. Clovis | 41,066 | 38 |
| 2 | Texico Water System | 1,426 | 32 |
| 3 | Turquoise Estates Water Coop | 265 | 26 |
| 4 | Longhorn Estates Water System | 264 | 26 |
| 5 | Desert Village Rv & Mobile Home Park | 223 | 26 |
9 total water systems serve Curry County.
All ZIP Codes in Curry County
8 ZIP codes tracked in Curry County.
| # | ZIP Code | City | Safety Score | Grade | Violations | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 88102 | Clovis | 82 | B | 13 (1 health) | — |
| 2 | 88124 | Melrose | 78 | B | 4 (1 health) | $124K |
| 3 | 88103 | Cannon Afb | 76 | B | 12 | — |
| 4 | 88101 | Clovis | 72 | B | 13 (1 health) | $162K |
| 5 | 88135 | Texico | 71 | B | 6 (1 health) | $113K |
| 6 | 88120 | Grady | 66 | C | 6 (2 health) | $183K |
| 7 | 88112 | Broadview | 53 | D | 0 | $362K |
| 8 | 88133 | Saint Vrain | 53 | D | 0 | — |
Recommended Buyer Guides for Curry County
Independent picks. EPA-grounded. Matched here.
- Best Lead Paint Test Kits — 68.8% of homes built before 1978
- Best Under-Sink Reverse Osmosis Systems — Multi-contaminant removal at the kitchen tap
Deep Dive Reports
Detailed analysis for Curry County, New Mexico
Overview
Curry County in New Mexico covers 8 ZIP codes with an average Home Safety Score of C (69/100).
6 of 8 ZIP codes have recorded EPA violations. 6 health-based violations have been documented.
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Data Sources
- Water quality: EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS)
- Home values: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (median estimates by ZCTA)
Updated daily.