COUNTY REPORT TX

Hall County, Texas

4 ZIP codes · Avg score 68/100 · Grade C · Updated 2026-06-03

Within Hall County, 4 tracked ZIP codes reveal moderate water quality — national standards are generally met, with some documented exceptions.

How Hall County Compares

Hall County68/100
Texas avg82/100
National avg68/100

How Hall County Compares

C
County Grade
68/100
Avg Safety Score
4
ZIP Codes
4
Water Systems

Hall County scores 14 points below the Texas state average (82/100) and 0 points above the national average (68/100).

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

C
County Grade
68
Avg Safety Score
4
ZIP Codes
Best ZIP: 79245 (83/100)
Lowest ZIP: 79261 (55/100)
$83K
Median Home Value
$900
Avg Remediation (108% of home value)

Key Risk Factors

Health risk index: 15.6 (asthma 10%, diabetes 17.5%)

Estimated additional annual cost per homeowner: $1,290, driven primarily by energy_code_gap

Infrastructure: 0.55% avg pipe failure probability, 100% of ZIPs at high risk

90.5% of homes built before 1978 (lead paint era)

Violation History (2021–2025)

↑ Worsening trend

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

2021
2 (2 health)
2022
7 (7 health)
2023
6 (6 health)
2024
10 (10 health)
2025
7 (7 health)

Peak year: 2024 with 10 violations. Past 5 years: 32 total (32 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 10% (national: 8.9%)
Diabetes 17.5% (national: 10.5%)
Obesity 39.1% (national: 32.4%)

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

Infrastructure Overview

1952
Median Build Year
90.5%
Pre-1978 Housing
55%
Pipe Failure Probability
100%
ZIPs at High Infra Risk
High
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: $1,290

Energy Code Gap $540/yr
Water / Lead $400/yr
Wildfire $300/yr

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

Housing Age Distribution

1,760 housing units in Hall County

Pre-1940 36%
1940–1959 18%
1960–1979 34%
1980–1999 7%
2000+ 5%

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 Hall County

$83K
Median Home Value
$900
Est. Remediation Cost
1.1%
of Home Value
Remediation as % of home value low burden

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

Asthma 10% (US avg: 8.9%)
Diabetes 17.5% (US avg: 11%)
Obesity 39.1% (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 4 systems in Hall County ranked by EPA violation count.

# Water System Population Violations
1 Turkey Municipal Water System 317 50
2 Brice Lesley Water Supply Corporation 100 48
3 Lakeview Water Supply Corporation 60 45
4 CITY OF MEMPHIS 2,290 3

All ZIP Codes in Hall County

4 ZIP codes tracked in Hall County.

# ZIP Code City Safety Score Grade Violations Home Value
1 79245 Memphis 83 B 3 (1 health) $79K
2 79233 Estelline 66 C 0 $63K
3 79239 Lakeview 66 C 45 (14 health) $95K
4 79261 Turkey 55 C 50 (20 health) $88K

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Overview

Hall County in Texas covers 4 ZIP codes with an average Home Safety Score of C (68/100).

3 of 4 ZIP codes have recorded EPA violations. 35 health-based violations have been documented.

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Data Sources

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is water safe in Hall County?
Hall County receives a grade of C. Some ZIP codes have recorded violations and residents in affected areas may want to test their water.
How many water systems serve Hall County?
Hall County is served by 4 public water systems that supply drinking water to residents across 4 ZIP codes.
What is the biggest environmental risk in Hall County?
The primary environmental risk factor in Hall County is energy_code_gap. This contributes to an estimated additional annual cost of $1,290 per homeowner.
How old are homes in Hall County?
The median home build year in Hall County is 1952. 90.5% of homes were built before 1978, which means they may contain lead-based paint and older plumbing materials.
How does Hall County compare to Texas?
Hall County has an average water safety score of 68/100, which is below the Texas state average of 82/100.

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