Guadalupe County, New Mexico
5 ZIP codes · Avg score 64/100 · Grade C · Updated 2026-06-04
Although much of Guadalupe County meets baseline standards, some of its 5 ZIP codes show violations that merit closer attention.
How Guadalupe County Compares
How Guadalupe County Compares
Guadalupe County scores 2 points above the New Mexico state average (62/100) and 4 points below the national average (68/100).
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-04
ZIP Code Risk Map
Water Quality Map: Guadalupe 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: 13.7 (asthma 8.9%, diabetes 16.3%)
Estimated additional annual cost per homeowner: $876, driven primarily by energy_code_gap
Infrastructure: 0.432% avg pipe failure probability, 80% of ZIPs at high risk
74.8% of homes built before 1978 (lead paint era)
Violation History (2023–2024)
→ Stable trendEPA violation counts by year across Guadalupe County water systems. Health-based shown in red, total in blue.
Peak year: 2024 with 6 violations. Past 5 years: 7 total (7 health-based).
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: $876
Bar widths proportional to share of total annual risk cost. Source: compound risk model (FEMA, EPA, USGS).
Housing Age Distribution
1,957 housing units in Guadalupe 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 Guadalupe County
Remediation costs are relatively manageable for most homeowners in Guadalupe 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 Guadalupe 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 Guadalupe County ranked by EPA violation count.
| # | Water System | Population | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | SANTA ROSA WATER SUPPLY | 2,681 | 19 |
| 2 | Puerto De Luna Mdwca | 426 | 19 |
| 3 | Hollywood Ranch Domestic Wua | 79 | 19 |
| 4 | Riveras Mdwua | 60 | 19 |
| 5 | Rio Pecos Villa Mdwca | 35 | 19 |
7 total water systems serve Guadalupe County.
All ZIP Codes in Guadalupe County
5 ZIP codes tracked in Guadalupe County.
| # | ZIP Code | City | Safety Score | Grade | Violations | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 88435 | Santa Rosa | 82 | B | 19 (1 health) | $114K |
| 2 | 88353 | Vaughn | 78 | B | 6 (1 health) | $46K |
| 3 | 87724 | La Loma | 53 | D | 0 | — |
| 4 | 88136 | Yeso | 53 | D | 0 | — |
| 5 | 88417 | Cuervo | 53 | D | 0 | — |
Recommended Buyer Guides for Guadalupe County
Four sources — EPA, NSF, FEMA, CDC — drive the match.
- Best Lead Paint Test Kits — 74.8% of homes built before 1978
Deep Dive Reports
Detailed analysis for Guadalupe County, New Mexico
Overview
Guadalupe County in New Mexico covers 5 ZIP codes with an average Home Safety Score of C (64/100).
2 of 5 ZIP codes have recorded EPA violations. 2 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.