COUNTY REPORT TX

Andrews County, Texas

1 ZIP code · Avg score 66/100 · Grade C · Updated 2026-06-03

Although much of Andrews County meets baseline standards, some of its 1 ZIP code show violations that merit closer attention.

How Andrews County Compares

Andrews County66/100
Texas avg82/100
National avg68/100

How Andrews County Compares

C
County Grade
66/100
Avg Safety Score
1
ZIP Codes
2
Water Systems

Andrews County scores 16 points below the Texas state average (82/100) and 2 points below the national average (68/100).

Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-03

C
County Grade
66
Avg Safety Score
1
ZIP Codes
Only ZIP: 79714
$188K
Median Home Value
$600
Avg Remediation (32% of home value)

Key Risk Factors

Health risk index: 12.2 (asthma 9.5%, diabetes 12.7%)

Estimated additional annual cost per homeowner: $564, driven primarily by energy_code_gap

Infrastructure: 0.46% avg pipe failure probability, 100% of ZIPs at high risk

59% of homes built before 1978 (lead paint era)

Violation History (2021–2025)

↓ Improving trend

EPA violation counts by year across Andrews County water systems. Health-based shown in red, total in blue.

2021
2 (2 health)
2022
6 (6 health)
2023
4 (4 health)
2024
2 (2 health)
2025
1 (1 health)

Peak year: 2022 with 6 violations. Past 5 years: 15 total (15 health-based). Health-based violations are declining versus the prior 2-year window.

Source: EPA SDWIS historical violations. Data may lag 6–12 months for the most recent year.

County Health Indicators vs National Average

Asthma 9.5% (national: 8.9%)
Diabetes 12.7% (national: 10.5%)
Obesity 36.7% (national: 32.4%)

Black markers indicate national averages. Source: CDC PLACES, Census ACS.

Infrastructure Overview

1988
Median Build Year
59%
Pre-1978 Housing
46%
Pipe Failure Probability
100%
ZIPs at High Infra Risk
Low
Lead Pipe Risk

Sources: Census ACS (housing age), EPA SDWIS (infrastructure risk model), state bridge inspection data.

Compound Risk Breakdown

Estimated additional annual cost per homeowner: $564

Energy Code Gap $270/yr
Water / Lead $150/yr
Underground Tanks $80/yr

Bar widths proportional to share of total annual risk cost. Source: compound risk model (FEMA, EPA, USGS).

Housing Age Distribution

6,976 housing units in Andrews County

Pre-1940 1%
1940–1959 26%
1960–1979 22%
1980–1999 24%
2000+ 27%

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 Andrews County

$188K
Median Home Value
$600
Est. Remediation Cost
0.3%
of Home Value
Remediation as % of home value low burden

Remediation costs are relatively manageable for most homeowners in Andrews 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 Andrews County residents

Asthma 9.5% (US avg: 8.9%)
Diabetes 12.7% (US avg: 11%)
Obesity 36.7% (US avg: 32.4%)

Black markers = national averages. Red = above national avg. Green = below. Source: CDC PLACES, Census ACS.

All ZIP Codes in Andrews County

1 ZIP code tracked in Andrews County.

# ZIP Code City Safety Score Grade Violations Home Value
1 79714 Andrews 66 C 83 (18 health) $188K

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Overview

Andrews County in Texas covers 1 ZIP code with an average Home Safety Score of C (66/100).

1 of 1 ZIP code have recorded EPA violations. 18 health-based violations have been documented.

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Data Sources

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is water safe in Andrews County?
Andrews County receives a grade of C. Some ZIP codes have recorded violations and residents in affected areas may want to test their water.
How many water systems serve Andrews County?
Andrews County is served by 2 public water systems that supply drinking water to residents across 1 ZIP codes.
What is the biggest environmental risk in Andrews County?
The primary environmental risk factor in Andrews County is energy_code_gap. This contributes to an estimated additional annual cost of $564 per homeowner.
How old are homes in Andrews County?
The median home build year in Andrews County is 1988. 59% of homes were built before 1978, which means they may contain lead-based paint and older plumbing materials.
How does Andrews County compare to Texas?
Andrews County has an average water safety score of 66/100, which is below the Texas state average of 82/100.

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