Hockley County, Texas
7 ZIP codes · Avg score 55/100 · Grade C · Updated 2026-06-03
Within Hockley County, safety data across 7 ZIP codes suggests a fair but uneven system — violations are present and worth checking at the ZIP level.
How Hockley County Compares
How Hockley County Compares
Hockley County scores 27 points below the Texas state average (82/100) and 13 points below the national average (68/100).
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-03
ZIP Code Risk Map
Water Quality Map: Hockley County, Texas
Each dot represents a ZIP code. Color indicates water quality grade. Tap a dot for details.
Key Risk Factors
Health risk index: 13.1 (asthma 9.7%, diabetes 14.1%)
Estimated additional annual cost per homeowner: $809, driven primarily by energy_code_gap
Infrastructure: 0.459% avg pipe failure probability, 86% of ZIPs at high risk
66.5% of homes built before 1978 (lead paint era)
Violation History (2022–2025)
↑ Worsening trendEPA violation counts by year across Hockley County water systems. Health-based shown in red, total in blue.
Peak year: 2024 with 35 violations. Past 5 years: 76 total (76 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
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: $809
Bar widths proportional to share of total annual risk cost. Source: compound risk model (FEMA, EPA, USGS).
Housing Age Distribution
8,817 housing units in Hockley 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 Hockley County
Remediation costs are relatively manageable for most homeowners in Hockley 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 Hockley County residents
Black markers = national averages. Red = above national avg. Green = below. Source: CDC PLACES, Census ACS.
Water Systems with Most Violations
Top 5 systems in Hockley County ranked by EPA violation count.
| # | Water System | Population | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | City of Levelland | 12,652 | 200 |
| 2 | City of Opdyke West | 220 | 200 |
| 3 | City of Sundown | 1,300 | 130 |
| 4 | Whitharral Water Supply Corporation | 200 | 58 |
| 5 | City of Ropesville | 434 | 28 |
8 total water systems serve Hockley County.
All ZIP Codes in Hockley County
7 ZIP codes tracked in Hockley County.
| # | ZIP Code | City | Safety Score | Grade | Violations | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 79313 | Anton | 82 | B | 2 (1 health) | $70K |
| 2 | 79372 | Sundown | 71 | B | 2 | $97K |
| 3 | 79336 | Levelland | 53 | D | 100 (22 health) | $125K |
| 4 | 79338 | Levelland | 50 | D | 100 (22 health) | — |
| 5 | 79358 | Ropesville | 50 | D | 28 (20 health) | $200K |
| 6 | 79367 | Smyer | 39 | F | 23 (19 health) | $67K |
| 7 | 79380 | Whitharral | 39 | F | 58 (28 health) | — |
Recommended Buyer Guides for Hockley County
Independent picks. EPA-grounded. Matched here.
- Best Lead Paint Test Kits — 66.5% of homes built before 1978
- Best Under-Sink Reverse Osmosis Systems — Multi-contaminant removal at the kitchen tap
Deep Dive Reports
Detailed analysis for Hockley County, Texas
Overview
Hockley County in Texas covers 7 ZIP codes with an average Home Safety Score of C (55/100).
7 of 7 ZIP codes have recorded EPA violations. 112 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.