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
How Hardeman County Compares
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
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 trendEPA violation counts by year across Hardeman County water systems. Health-based shown in red, total in blue.
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
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: $1,210
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
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
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
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 |
Recommended Buyer Guides for Hardeman County
Filtered against federal data, fitted to local risks.
- Best Lead Paint Test Kits — 76% of homes built before 1978
- Best Under-Sink Reverse Osmosis Systems — Multi-contaminant removal at the kitchen tap
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
- Water quality: EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS)
- Home values: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (median estimates by ZCTA)
Updated daily.