Houston County, Texas
7 ZIP codes · Avg score 85/100 · Grade A · Updated 2026-06-03
Based on current EPA data, Houston County's 7 ZIP codes maintain an above-average drinking water safety record.
How Houston County Compares
How Houston County Compares
Houston County scores 3 points above the Texas state average (82/100) and 17 points above the national average (68/100).
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-03
ZIP Code Risk Map
Water Quality Map: Houston County, Texas
Each dot represents a ZIP code. Color indicates water quality grade. Tap a dot for details.
Key Risk Factors
Health risk index: 15.7 (asthma 10.6%, diabetes 16.8%)
Estimated additional annual cost per homeowner: $1,054, driven primarily by wildfire
Infrastructure: 0.36% avg pipe failure probability, 29% of ZIPs at high risk
59.4% of homes built before 1978 (lead paint era)
Violation History (2021–2025)
↑ Worsening trendEPA violation counts by year across Houston County water systems. Health-based shown in red, total in blue.
Peak year: 2024 with 27 violations. Past 5 years: 42 total (42 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: $1,054
Bar widths proportional to share of total annual risk cost. Source: compound risk model (FEMA, EPA, USGS).
Housing Age Distribution
11,415 housing units in Houston 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 Houston County
Remediation costs are relatively manageable for most homeowners in Houston 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 Houston 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 Houston County ranked by EPA violation count.
| # | Water System | Population | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | The Consolidated Water Supply Corporation Rural System | 10,689 | 33 |
| 2 | Pennington Water Supply Corporation | 2,839 | 29 |
| 3 | The Consolidated Water Supply Corporation Central System | 3,878 | 27 |
| 4 | City of Crockett | 7,755 | 26 |
| 5 | Houston County Wcid 1 | 48 | 26 |
15 total water systems serve Houston County.
All ZIP Codes in Houston County
7 ZIP codes tracked in Houston County.
| # | ZIP Code | City | Safety Score | Grade | Violations | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 75847 | Kennard | 99 | A | 1 | $137K |
| 2 | 75858 | Ratcliff | 93 | A | 3 | — |
| 3 | 75851 | Lovelady | 87 | A | 0 | $166K |
| 4 | 75856 | Pennington | 87 | A | 2 | — |
| 5 | 75844 | Grapeland | 83 | B | 7 (1 health) | $159K |
| 6 | 75835 | Crockett | 73 | B | 26 (5 health) | $144K |
| 7 | 75849 | Latexo | 73 | B | 0 | $86K |
Recommended Buyer Guides for Houston County
Filtered against federal data, fitted to local risks.
- Best Lead Paint Test Kits — 59.4% of homes built before 1978
- Best Under-Sink Reverse Osmosis Systems — Multi-contaminant removal at the kitchen tap
- Best HEPA Air Purifiers for Wildfire Smoke — Wildfire is the top compound risk factor
Deep Dive Reports
Detailed analysis for Houston County, Texas
Overview
Houston County in Texas covers 7 ZIP codes with an average Home Safety Score of A (85/100).
5 of 7 ZIP codes have recorded EPA violations. 6 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.