Socorro County, New Mexico
9 ZIP codes · Avg score 70/100 · Grade B · Updated 2026-06-03
In recent assessments, Socorro County's 9 ZIP codes record strong, consistent water safety outcomes.
How Socorro County Compares
How Socorro County Compares
Socorro County scores 8 points above the New Mexico state average (62/100) and 2 points above the national average (68/100).
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-03
ZIP Code Risk Map
Water Quality Map: Socorro 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: 14 (asthma 10%, diabetes 15.6%)
Estimated additional annual cost per homeowner: $976, driven primarily by energy_code_gap
Infrastructure: 0.397% avg pipe failure probability, 33% of ZIPs at high risk
60.9% of homes built before 1978 (lead paint era)
Violation History (2021–2025)
↑ Worsening trendEPA violation counts by year across Socorro County water systems. Health-based shown in red, total in blue.
Peak year: 2024 with 9 violations. Past 5 years: 30 total (30 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: $976
Bar widths proportional to share of total annual risk cost. Source: compound risk model (FEMA, EPA, USGS).
Housing Age Distribution
7,727 housing units in Socorro 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 Socorro County
Remediation costs are relatively manageable for most homeowners in Socorro 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 Socorro 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 Socorro County ranked by EPA violation count.
| # | Water System | Population | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Socorro Water System | 11,953 | 51 |
| 2 | San Antonio Mdwca | 1,344 | 51 |
| 3 | Desertaire Water Company | 48 | 46 |
| 4 | LA JOYA MDWCA | 246 | 27 |
| 5 | Polvadera Mdwca | 2,470 | 14 |
7 total water systems serve Socorro County.
All ZIP Codes in Socorro County
9 ZIP codes tracked in Socorro County.
| # | ZIP Code | City | Safety Score | Grade | Violations | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 87823 | Lemitar | 82 | B | 7 (1 health) | $136K |
| 2 | 87825 | Magdalena | 82 | B | 10 (1 health) | $111K |
| 3 | 87828 | Polvadera | 82 | B | 7 (1 health) | $180K |
| 4 | 87832 | San Antonio | 81 | B | 5 | $215K |
| 5 | 87006 | Bosque | 63 | C | 0 | $197K |
| 6 | 87028 | La Joya | 63 | C | 27 (4 health) | — |
| 7 | 87062 | Veguita | 63 | C | 0 | $82K |
| 8 | 87831 | San Acacia | 60 | C | 3 | $157K |
| 9 | 87801 | Socorro | 53 | D | 46 (14 health) | $166K |
Recommended Buyer Guides for Socorro County
Below: editorial picks, no sponsored placements.
- Best Lead Paint Test Kits — 60.9% of homes built before 1978
- Best Under-Sink Reverse Osmosis Systems — Multi-contaminant removal at the kitchen tap
Deep Dive Reports
Detailed analysis for Socorro County, New Mexico
Overview
Socorro County in New Mexico covers 9 ZIP codes with an average Home Safety Score of B (70/100).
7 of 9 ZIP codes have recorded EPA violations. 21 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.