Bandera County, Texas
5 ZIP codes · Avg score 79/100 · Grade B · Updated 2026-06-03
Based on current EPA data, Bandera County's 5 ZIP codes maintain an above-average drinking water safety record.
How Bandera County Compares
How Bandera County Compares
Bandera County scores 3 points below the Texas state average (82/100) and 11 points above the national average (68/100).
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-03
ZIP Code Risk Map
Water Quality Map: Bandera County, Texas
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 9.8%, diabetes 15.4%)
Estimated additional annual cost per homeowner: $1,462, driven primarily by flood
Infrastructure: 0.256% avg pipe failure probability
32.8% 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: $1,462
Bar widths proportional to share of total annual risk cost. Source: compound risk model (FEMA, EPA, USGS).
Housing Age Distribution
12,231 housing units in Bandera 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 Bandera County
Remediation costs are relatively manageable for most homeowners in Bandera 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 Bandera 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 Bandera County ranked by EPA violation count.
| # | Water System | Population | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | City of Bandera | 3,231 | 17 |
| 2 | Bandera River Ranch 1 | 1,038 | 12 |
| 3 | Yancey Water Supply Corporation | 12,186 | 12 |
| 4 | City of Hondo | 11,044 | 12 |
| 5 | Flying L Pud | 987 | 12 |
13 total water systems serve Bandera County.
All ZIP Codes in Bandera County
5 ZIP codes tracked in Bandera County.
| # | ZIP Code | City | Safety Score | Grade | Violations | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 78055 | Medina | 90 | A | 1 | $245K |
| 2 | 78003 | Bandera | 84 | B | 12 (1 health) | $233K |
| 3 | 78063 | Pipe Creek | 81 | B | 5 | $265K |
| 4 | 78056 | Mico | 73 | B | 0 | $503K |
| 5 | 78883 | Tarpley | 66 | C | 0 | $450K |
Recommended Buyer Guides for Bandera County
Methodologically, the recommendation order reflects severity in the federal record: contaminants flagged in EPA detection records for this county outrank generic water concerns, FEMA-confirmed hazard ratings shift emergency-related categories upward, and CDC lead-exposure markers govern when lead-test kits and certified filters appear at the top of the list.
- Best Sump Pumps — Flood is the top compound risk factor
- Best Mold Test Kits — Flood-driven moisture and mold risk
Deep Dive Reports
Detailed analysis for Bandera County, Texas
Overview
Bandera County in Texas covers 5 ZIP codes with an average Home Safety Score of B (79/100).
3 of 5 ZIP codes have recorded EPA violations. 1 health-based violation 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.