Torrance County, New Mexico
9 ZIP codes · Avg score 66/100 · Grade C · Updated 2026-06-04
Within Torrance County, safety data across 9 ZIP codes suggests a fair but uneven system — violations are present and worth checking at the ZIP level.
How Torrance County Compares
How Torrance County Compares
Torrance County scores 4 points above the New Mexico state average (62/100) and 2 points below the national average (68/100).
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-04
ZIP Code Risk Map
Water Quality Map: Torrance 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: 14.6 (asthma 10.1%, diabetes 16%)
Estimated additional annual cost per homeowner: $681, driven primarily by wildfire
Infrastructure: 0.402% avg pipe failure probability, 38% of ZIPs at high risk
57.4% of homes built before 1978 (lead paint era)
Violation History (2021–2025)
↑ Worsening trendEPA violation counts by year across Torrance County water systems. Health-based shown in red, total in blue.
Peak year: 2024 with 10 violations. Past 5 years: 23 total (23 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: $681
Bar widths proportional to share of total annual risk cost. Source: compound risk model (FEMA, EPA, USGS).
Housing Age Distribution
6,012 housing units in Torrance 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 Torrance County
Remediation costs are relatively manageable for most homeowners in Torrance 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 Torrance 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 Torrance County ranked by EPA violation count.
| # | Water System | Population | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Moriarty Water System | 2,825 | 39 |
| 2 | Estancia Water System | 1,355 | 36 |
| 3 | Tajique Mdwca | 158 | 36 |
| 4 | Carlos Lucero Subdivision | 68 | 36 |
| 5 | Indian Hills Water System | 715 | 27 |
18 total water systems serve Torrance County.
All ZIP Codes in Torrance County
9 ZIP codes tracked in Torrance County.
| # | ZIP Code | City | Safety Score | Grade | Violations | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 87063 | Willard | 79 | B | 6 | $96K |
| 2 | 87070 | Clines Corners | 78 | B | 12 (1 health) | — |
| 3 | 87036 | Mountainair | 76 | B | 15 (3 health) | $148K |
| 4 | 87016 | Estancia | 72 | B | 36 (6 health) | $117K |
| 5 | 87061 | Torreon | 66 | C | 10 (2 health) | $162K |
| 6 | 88321 | Encino | 66 | C | 5 (1 health) | $1097K |
| 7 | 87032 | Mcintosh | 53 | D | 0 | — |
| 8 | 87035 | Moriarty | 53 | D | 27 (5 health) | $148K |
| 9 | 87117 | Kirtland Afb | 53 | D | 0 | — |
Recommended Buyer Guides for Torrance County
Strictly editorial — no paid placements influence which guides appear; the selection draws on NSF certifications and EPA detection records for water systems serving this county.
- Best Lead Paint Test Kits — 57.4% of homes built before 1978
- Best Under-Sink Reverse Osmosis Systems — Multi-contaminant removal at the kitchen tap
- Best HEPA Air Purifiers for Wildfire Smoke — Wildfire is the top compound risk factor
Deep Dive Reports
Detailed analysis for Torrance County, New Mexico
Overview
Torrance County in New Mexico covers 9 ZIP codes with an average Home Safety Score of C (66/100).
7 of 9 ZIP codes have recorded EPA violations. 18 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.