COUNTY REPORT TX

Dimmit County, Texas

4 ZIP codes · Avg score 88/100 · Grade A · Updated 2026-06-03

Although county size varies, Dimmit County's 4 ZIP codes share reliably safe tap water records and above-average compliance scores.

How Dimmit County Compares

Dimmit County88/100
Texas avg82/100
National avg68/100

How Dimmit County Compares

A
County Grade
88/100
Avg Safety Score
4
ZIP Codes
7
Water Systems

Dimmit County scores 6 points above the Texas state average (82/100) and 20 points above the national average (68/100).

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

A
County Grade
88
Avg Safety Score
4
ZIP Codes
Best ZIP: 78830 (99/100)
Lowest ZIP: 78836 (66/100)
$80K
Median Home Value
$1,800
Avg Remediation (225% of home value)

Key Risk Factors

Health risk index: 16.7 (asthma 9.5%, diabetes 23.4%)

Estimated additional annual cost per homeowner: $563, driven primarily by energy_code_gap

Infrastructure: 0.345% avg pipe failure probability

56.3% of homes built before 1978 (lead paint era)

County Health Indicators vs National Average

Asthma 9.5% (national: 8.9%)
Diabetes 23.4% (national: 10.5%)
Obesity 46.8% (national: 32.4%)

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

Infrastructure Overview

1977
Median Build Year
56.3%
Pre-1978 Housing
35%
Pipe Failure Probability
0%
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: $563

Energy Code Gap $270/yr
Water / Lead $113/yr
Flood $100/yr

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

Housing Age Distribution

3,942 housing units in Dimmit County

Pre-1940 5%
1940–1959 15%
1960–1979 30%
1980–1999 22%
2000+ 28%

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 Dimmit County

$80K
Median Home Value
$1,800
Est. Remediation Cost
2.3%
of Home Value
Remediation as % of home value moderate burden

Water safety remediation is a moderate expense relative to home values. Most homeowners can address issues through staged improvements over time.

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 Dimmit County residents

Asthma 9.5% (US avg: 8.9%)
Diabetes 23.4% (US avg: 11%)
Obesity 46.8% (US avg: 32.4%)

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

Water Systems with Most Violations

Top 5 systems in Dimmit County ranked by EPA violation count.

# Water System Population Violations
1 City of Carrizo Springs 5,830 24
2 Carrizo Hill Water Supply Corporation 1,050 24
3 Catarina Water Supply Corporation 222 24
4 Espantosa Water Supply 210 24
5 Brundage Water System 60 24

7 total water systems serve Dimmit County.

All ZIP Codes in Dimmit County

4 ZIP codes tracked in Dimmit County.

# ZIP Code City Safety Score Grade Violations Home Value
1 78830 Big Wells 99 A 0 $80K
2 78827 Asherton 94 A 5 (1 health) $93K
3 78834 Carrizo Springs 94 A 24 (1 health) $70K
4 78836 Catarina 66 C 0

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Overview

Dimmit County in Texas covers 4 ZIP codes with an average Home Safety Score of A (88/100).

2 of 4 ZIP codes have recorded EPA violations. 2 health-based violations have been documented.

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Data Sources

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is water safe in Dimmit County?
Dimmit County receives a grade of A, indicating generally safe tap water across its 4 ZIP codes.
How many water systems serve Dimmit County?
Dimmit County is served by 7 public water systems that supply drinking water to residents across 4 ZIP codes.
What is the biggest environmental risk in Dimmit County?
The primary environmental risk factor in Dimmit County is energy_code_gap. This contributes to an estimated additional annual cost of $563 per homeowner.
How old are homes in Dimmit County?
The median home build year in Dimmit County is 1977. 56.3% of homes were built before 1978, which means they may contain lead-based paint and older plumbing materials.
How does Dimmit County compare to Texas?
Dimmit County has an average water safety score of 88/100, which is above the Texas state average of 82/100.

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