Archer County, Texas
6 ZIP codes · Avg score 92/100 · Grade A · Updated 2026-06-03
Unlike many counties its size, Archer County keeps violation rates low — all 6 ZIP codes score at or above the state average for tap water safety, with no systemic concerns flagged in the current data set.
How Archer County Compares
How Archer County Compares
Archer County scores 10 points above the Texas state average (82/100) and 24 points above the national average (68/100).
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-03
ZIP Code Risk Map
Water Quality Map: Archer County, Texas
Each dot represents a ZIP code. Color indicates water quality grade. Tap a dot for details.
Key Risk Factors
Health risk index: 13.6 (asthma 10.2%, diabetes 12.6%)
Estimated additional annual cost per homeowner: $848, driven primarily by energy_code_gap
Infrastructure: 0.342% avg pipe failure probability, 20% of ZIPs at high risk
71.4% of homes built before 1978 (lead paint era)
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: $848
Bar widths proportional to share of total annual risk cost. Source: compound risk model (FEMA, EPA, USGS).
Housing Age Distribution
2,831 housing units in Archer 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 Archer County
Remediation costs are relatively manageable for most homeowners in Archer 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 Archer 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 Archer County ranked by EPA violation count.
| # | Water System | Population | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Wichita Valley Water Supply Corporation | 7,710 | 2 |
| 2 | Baylor Water Supply Corporation | 2,838 | 2 |
| 3 | Archer County Municipal Utility District 1 | 1,330 | 2 |
| 4 | City of Holliday | 2,724 | 2 |
| 5 | City of Archer City | 1,595 | 0 |
8 total water systems serve Archer County.
All ZIP Codes in Archer County
6 ZIP codes tracked in Archer County.
| # | ZIP Code | City | Safety Score | Grade | Violations | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 76379 | Scotland | 99 | A | 0 | $138K |
| 2 | 76389 | Windthorst | 99 | A | 0 | $200K |
| 3 | 76370 | Megargel | 96 | A | 0 | $80K |
| 4 | 76351 | Archer City | 95 | A | 0 | $126K |
| 5 | 76366 | Holliday | 94 | A | 2 | $146K |
| 6 | 76369 | Kamay | 66 | C | 0 | — |
Recommended Buyer Guides for Archer County
Where county records show a lead exceedance or pre-1978 housing concentration, lead-specific filters and test kits move toward the top of the list.
- Best Lead Paint Test Kits — 71.4% of homes built before 1978
Deep Dive Reports
Detailed analysis for Archer County, Texas
Overview
Archer County in Texas covers 6 ZIP codes with an average Home Safety Score of A (92/100).
1 of 6 ZIP codes have recorded EPA violations. All violations are monitoring/reporting type.
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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.