COUNTY REPORT TX

Hardeman County, Texas

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

In recent monitoring cycles, Hardeman County's 3 ZIP codes show a split record — several have documented water safety violations.

How Hardeman County Compares

Hardeman County68/100
Texas avg82/100
National avg68/100

How Hardeman County Compares

C
County Grade
68/100
Avg Safety Score
3
ZIP Codes
2
Water Systems

Hardeman 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
3
ZIP Codes
Best ZIP: 79252 (83/100)
Lowest ZIP: 79225 (55/100)
$78K
Median Home Value
$450
Avg Remediation (58% of home value)

Key Risk Factors

Health risk index: 15 (asthma 10.4%, diabetes 15.6%)

Estimated additional annual cost per homeowner: $1,210, driven primarily by energy_code_gap

Infrastructure: 0.483% avg pipe failure probability, 100% of ZIPs at high risk

76% of homes built before 1978 (lead paint era)

Violation History (2023–2025)

→ Stable trend

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

2023
8 (8 health)
2024
4 (4 health)
2025
14 (14 health)

Peak year: 2025 with 14 violations. Past 5 years: 26 total (26 health-based).

Source: EPA SDWIS historical violations. Data may lag 6–12 months for the most recent year.

County Health Indicators vs National Average

Asthma 10.4% (national: 8.9%)
Diabetes 15.6% (national: 10.5%)
Obesity 38.3% (national: 32.4%)

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

Infrastructure Overview

1952
Median Build Year
76%
Pre-1978 Housing
48%
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: $1,210

Energy Code Gap $540/yr
Water / Lead $317/yr
Wildfire $300/yr

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

Housing Age Distribution

1,887 housing units in Hardeman County

Pre-1940 22%
1940–1959 21%
1960–1979 31%
1980–1999 18%
2000+ 9%

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 Hardeman County

$78K
Median Home Value
$450
Est. Remediation Cost
0.6%
of Home Value
Remediation as % of home value low burden

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

Asthma 10.4% (US avg: 8.9%)
Diabetes 15.6% (US avg: 11%)
Obesity 38.3% (US avg: 32.4%)

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

All ZIP Codes in Hardeman County

3 ZIP codes tracked in Hardeman County.

# ZIP Code City Safety Score Grade Violations Home Value
1 79252 Quanah 83 B 19 (1 health) $80K
2 79247 Odell 66 C 0
3 79225 Chillicothe 55 C 17 (10 health) $75K

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Overview

Hardeman County in Texas covers 3 ZIP codes with an average Home Safety Score of C (68/100).

2 of 3 ZIP codes have recorded EPA violations. 11 health-based violations have been documented.

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Data Sources

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is water safe in Hardeman County?
Hardeman 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 Hardeman County?
Hardeman County is served by 2 public water systems that supply drinking water to residents across 3 ZIP codes.
What is the biggest environmental risk in Hardeman County?
The primary environmental risk factor in Hardeman County is energy_code_gap. This contributes to an estimated additional annual cost of $1,210 per homeowner.
How old are homes in Hardeman County?
The median home build year in Hardeman County is 1952. 76% of homes were built before 1978, which means they may contain lead-based paint and older plumbing materials.
How does Hardeman County compare to Texas?
Hardeman County has an average water safety score of 68/100, which is below the Texas state average of 82/100.

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