COUNTY REPORT TX

Atascosa County, Texas

10 ZIP codes · Avg score 83/100 · Grade B · Updated 2026-07-19

ZipCheckup grade for Atascosa: B.

This ZIP looks solid, with a few items worth a quick check.

Based on current EPA data, Atascosa County's 10 ZIP codes maintain an above-average drinking water safety record.

How Atascosa County Compares

Atascosa County83/100
Texas avg82/100
National avg68/100

How Atascosa County Compares

B
County Grade
83/100
Avg Safety Score
10
ZIP Codes
20
Water Systems

Atascosa County scores 1 points above the Texas state average (82/100) and 15 points above the national average (68/100).

Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-07-19

B
County Grade
83
Avg Safety Score
10
ZIP Codes
Best ZIP: 78011 (94/100)
Lowest ZIP: 78144 (66/100)
$144K
Median Home Value
$1,800
Avg Remediation (125% of home value)

ZIP Code Risk Map

Water Quality Map: Atascosa County, Texas

Each dot represents a ZIP code. Color indicates water quality grade. Tap a dot for details.

A B C D F

Key Risk Factors

Health risk index: 13.4 (asthma 9.2%, diabetes 15.3%)

Estimated additional annual cost per homeowner: $1,892, driven primarily by sea_level

Infrastructure: 0.363% avg pipe failure probability, 20% of ZIPs at high risk

53.7% of homes built before 1978 (lead paint era)

Violation History (2021–2025)

↑ Worsening trend

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

2021
3 (3 health)
2022
4 (4 health)
2023
4 (4 health)
2024
13 (13 health)
2025
2 (2 health)

Peak year: 2024 with 13 violations. Past 5 years: 26 total (26 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

Asthma 9.2% (national: 8.9%)
Diabetes 15.3% (national: 10.5%)
Obesity 41.9% (national: 32.4%)

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

Infrastructure Overview

1982
Median Build Year
53.7%
Pre-1978 Housing
36%
Pipe Failure Probability
20%
ZIPs at High Infra Risk
Moderate
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: $1,892

Sea Level Rise $3,000/yr
Flood $371/yr
Energy Code Gap $280/yr

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

Housing Age Distribution

18,106 housing units in Atascosa County

Pre-1940 3%
1940–1959 10%
1960–1979 24%
1980–1999 33%
2000+ 30%

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 Atascosa County

$144K
Median Home Value
$1,800
Est. Remediation Cost
1.2%
of Home Value
Remediation as % of home value low burden

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

Asthma 9.2% (US avg: 8.9%)
Diabetes 15.3% (US avg: 11%)
Obesity 41.9% (US avg: 32.4%)

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

Water systems serving Atascosa County

8 community water systems serving Atascosa County.

Show all 8 water systems

20 total water systems serve Atascosa County.

Systems with the most violations in Atascosa County

5 water systems with recorded EPA violations.

All ZIP Codes in Atascosa County

10 ZIP codes tracked in Atascosa County.

# ZIP Code City Safety Score Grade Violations Home Value
1 78011 Charlotte 94 A 5 $71K
2 78065 Poteet 94 A 12 (1 health) $136K
3 78113 Falls City 94 A 6 (1 health) $229K
4 78052 Lytle 93 A 16 (2 health) $179K
5 78026 Jourdanton 91 A 25 (1 health) $152K
6 78064 Pleasanton 90 A 1 $216K
7 78012 Christine 73 B 16 $91K
8 78050 Leming 73 B 0 $104K
9 78008 Campbellton 66 C 0
10 78144 Panna Maria 66 C 0

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Overview

Atascosa County in Texas covers 10 ZIP codes with an average Home Safety Score of B (83/100).

7 of 10 ZIP codes have recorded EPA violations. 5 health-based violations have been documented.

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Data Sources

Updated daily.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is water safe in Atascosa County?
Atascosa County receives a grade of B, indicating generally safe tap water across its 10 ZIP codes.
How many water systems serve Atascosa County?
Atascosa County is served by 20 public water systems that supply drinking water to residents across 10 ZIP codes.
What is the biggest environmental risk in Atascosa County?
The primary environmental risk factor in Atascosa County is sea_level. This contributes to an estimated additional annual cost of $1,892 per homeowner.
How old are homes in Atascosa County?
The median home build year in Atascosa County is 1982. 53.7% of homes were built before 1978, which means they may contain lead-based paint and older plumbing materials.
How does Atascosa County compare to Texas?
Atascosa County has an average water safety score of 83/100, which is above the Texas state average of 82/100.

How to cite this page

APA ZipCheckup. (2026). Atascosa County, TX: 5 Health Violations - 83/100 (2026). https://zipcheckup.com/county/texas/atascosa/
BibTeX
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  author = {{ZipCheckup}},
  title  = {{Atascosa County, TX: 5 Health Violations - 83/100 (2026)}},
  year   = {2026},
  url    = {https://zipcheckup.com/county/texas/atascosa/}
}

Data as of July 2026.

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