COUNTY REPORT TX

Hemphill County, Texas

1 ZIP code · Avg score 72/100 · Grade B · Updated 2026-06-03

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

Hemphill County72/100
Texas avg82/100
National avg68/100

How Hemphill County Compares

B
County Grade
72/100
Avg Safety Score
1
ZIP Codes
1
Water Systems

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: 2026-06-03

B
County Grade
72
Avg Safety Score
1
ZIP Codes
Only ZIP: 79014
$214K
Median Home Value
$400
Avg Remediation (19% of home value)

Key Risk Factors

Health risk index: 12.2 (asthma 9.4%, diabetes 11.6%)

Estimated additional annual cost per homeowner: $720, driven primarily by wildfire

Infrastructure: 0.33% avg pipe failure probability

59% of homes built before 1978 (lead paint era)

County Health Indicators vs National Average

Asthma 9.4% (national: 8.9%)
Diabetes 11.6% (national: 10.5%)
Obesity 32.7% (national: 32.4%)

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

Infrastructure Overview

1988
Median Build Year
59%
Pre-1978 Housing
33%
Pipe Failure Probability
0%
ZIPs at High Infra Risk
Low
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: $720

Wildfire $300/yr
Energy Code Gap $270/yr
Water / Lead $150/yr

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

Pre-1940 16%
1940–1959 14%
1960–1979 19%
1980–1999 29%
2000+ 22%

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

$214K
Median Home Value
$400
Est. Remediation Cost
0.2%
of Home Value
Remediation as % of home value low burden

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

Asthma 9.4% (US avg: 8.9%)
Diabetes 11.6% (US avg: 11%)
Obesity 32.7% (US avg: 32.4%)

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

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

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Overview

Hemphill County in Texas covers 1 ZIP code with an average Home Safety Score of B (72/100).

No EPA violations recorded across any tracked ZIP codes in Hemphill County.

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Data Sources

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is water safe in Hemphill County?
Hemphill County receives a grade of B, indicating generally safe tap water across its 1 ZIP codes.
How many water systems serve Hemphill County?
Hemphill County is served by 1 public water system that supplies drinking water to residents across 1 ZIP codes.
What is the biggest environmental risk in Hemphill County?
The primary environmental risk factor in Hemphill County is wildfire. This contributes to an estimated additional annual cost of $720 per homeowner.
How old are homes in Hemphill County?
The median home build year in Hemphill County is 1988. 59% of homes were built before 1978, which means they may contain lead-based paint and older plumbing materials.
How does Hemphill County compare to Texas?
Hemphill County has an average water safety score of 72/100, which is below the Texas state average of 82/100.

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