Hemphill County, Texas
1 ZIP code · Avg score 72/100 · Grade B · Updated 2026-07-16
ZipCheckup grade for Hemphill: B.
This ZIP looks solid, with a few items worth a quick check.
Within Hemphill County's 1 tracked ZIP code, safety indicators remain above the national average with few health-based violations on record.
How Hemphill County Compares
How Hemphill County Compares
Hemphill County scores 10 points below the Texas state average (82/100) and 4 points above the national average (68/100).
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-07-16
Key Risk Factors
Health risk index: 12.2 (asthma 9.4%, diabetes 11.6%)
Estimated additional annual cost per homeowner: $870, driven primarily by wildfire
Infrastructure: 0.41% avg pipe failure probability, 100% of ZIPs at high risk
59% 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: $870
Bar widths proportional to share of total annual risk cost. Source: compound risk model (FEMA, EPA, USGS).
Housing Age Distribution
1,588 housing units in Hemphill 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 Hemphill County
Remediation costs are relatively manageable for most homeowners in Hemphill 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 Hemphill County residents
Black markers = national averages. Red = above national avg. Green = below. Source: CDC PLACES, Census ACS.
Water systems serving Hemphill County
1 community water system serving Hemphill County.
- B
All ZIP Codes in Hemphill County
1 ZIP code tracked in Hemphill County.
| # | ZIP Code | City | Safety Score | Grade | Violations | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 79014 | Canadian | 72 | B | 0 | $214K |
Recommended Buyer Guides for Hemphill County
Editorial-only picks, screened against the EPA detections on file.
- Best Lead Paint Test Kits — 59% of homes built before 1978
- Best HEPA Air Purifiers for Wildfire Smoke — Wildfire is the top compound risk factor
Overview
Hemphill County in Texas covers 1 ZIP code with an average Home Safety Score of B (72/100).
No EPA violations are recorded for the tracked water systems in Hemphill County as of the latest reporting period.
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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.