Gray County, Texas
5 ZIP codes · Avg score 71/100 · Grade B · Updated 2026-06-03
Water systems in Gray County serve 5 ZIP codes with few reported safety events.
How Gray County Compares
How Gray County Compares
Gray County scores 11 points below the Texas state average (82/100) and 3 points above the national average (68/100).
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-03
ZIP Code Risk Map
Water Quality Map: Gray 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 (asthma 9.9%, diabetes 13.9%)
Estimated additional annual cost per homeowner: $1,140, driven primarily by energy_code_gap
Infrastructure: 0.404% avg pipe failure probability, 80% of ZIPs at high risk
71.2% 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: $1,140
Bar widths proportional to share of total annual risk cost. Source: compound risk model (FEMA, EPA, USGS).
Housing Age Distribution
10,047 housing units in Gray 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 Gray County
Remediation costs are relatively manageable for most homeowners in Gray 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 Gray 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 Gray County ranked by EPA violation count.
| # | Water System | Population | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | City of Pampa | 17,994 | 12 |
| 2 | Tdcj Baten & Jordan Units | 962 | 12 |
| 3 | Walnut Creek Estates Water System | 88 | 12 |
| 4 | Lefors Municipal Water System | 420 | 6 |
| 5 | MCLEAN MUNICIPAL WATER SUPPLY | 775 | 0 |
All ZIP Codes in Gray County
5 ZIP codes tracked in Gray County.
| # | ZIP Code | City | Safety Score | Grade | Violations | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 79065 | Pampa | 82 | B | 6 (1 health) | $105K |
| 2 | 79066 | Pampa | 82 | B | 6 (1 health) | — |
| 3 | 79057 | Mclean | 72 | B | 0 | $90K |
| 4 | 79054 | Lefors | 67 | C | 6 (1 health) | $43K |
| 5 | 79002 | Alanreed | 53 | D | 0 | — |
Recommended Buyer Guides for Gray County
Editorial-only picks, screened against the EPA detections on file.
- Best Lead Paint Test Kits — 71.2% of homes built before 1978
- Best Under-Sink Reverse Osmosis Systems — Multi-contaminant removal at the kitchen tap
Deep Dive Reports
Detailed analysis for Gray County, Texas
Overview
Gray County in Texas covers 5 ZIP codes with an average Home Safety Score of B (71/100).
3 of 5 ZIP codes have recorded EPA violations. 3 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.