Coleman County, Texas
5 ZIP codes · Avg score 70/100 · Grade B · Updated 2026-06-03
Homeowners across Coleman County's 5 ZIP codes live with water safety scores that generally beat state and national averages.
How Coleman County Compares
How Coleman County Compares
Coleman County scores 12 points below the Texas state average (82/100) and 2 points above the national average (68/100).
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-03
ZIP Code Risk Map
Water Quality Map: Coleman County, Texas
Each dot represents a ZIP code. Color indicates water quality grade. Tap a dot for details.
Key Risk Factors
Health risk index: 15.1 (asthma 10.2%, diabetes 15.4%)
Estimated additional annual cost per homeowner: $1,872, driven primarily by wildfire
Infrastructure: 0.422% avg pipe failure probability, 60% of ZIPs at high risk
70.8% of homes built before 1978 (lead paint era)
Violation History (2021–2025)
→ Stable trendEPA violation counts by year across Coleman County water systems. Health-based shown in red, total in blue.
Peak year: 2024 with 12 violations. Past 5 years: 24 total (24 health-based).
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: $1,872
Bar widths proportional to share of total annual risk cost. Source: compound risk model (FEMA, EPA, USGS).
Housing Age Distribution
4,356 housing units in Coleman 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 Coleman County
Remediation costs are relatively manageable for most homeowners in Coleman 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 Coleman 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 Coleman County ranked by EPA violation count.
| # | Water System | Population | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Coleman County Special Utility District | 5,000 | 20 |
| 2 | City of Coleman | 4,136 | 16 |
| 3 | CITY OF SANTA ANNA | 1,090 | 4 |
| 4 | Brookesmith Special Utility District | 12,621 | 4 |
| 5 | NORTH RUNNELS WSC | 2,766 | 0 |
All ZIP Codes in Coleman County
5 ZIP codes tracked in Coleman County.
| # | ZIP Code | City | Safety Score | Grade | Violations | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 76878 | Santa Anna | 94 | A | 4 (1 health) | $67K |
| 2 | 76845 | Gouldbusk | 66 | C | 0 | $217K |
| 3 | 76882 | Talpa | 66 | C | 0 | $175K |
| 4 | 76884 | Valera | 66 | C | 0 | — |
| 5 | 76834 | Coleman | 59 | C | 16 (3 health) | $88K |
Recommended Buyer Guides for Coleman County
Independent picks. EPA-grounded. Matched here.
- Best Water Filters for Lead — Lead above EPA action level in 1 ZIP code
- Best Lead Paint Test Kits — 70.8% 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 Coleman County, Texas
Overview
Coleman County in Texas covers 5 ZIP codes with an average Home Safety Score of B (70/100).
2 of 5 ZIP codes have recorded EPA violations. 4 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.