Hutchinson County, Texas
5 ZIP codes · Avg score 72/100 · Grade B · Updated 2026-06-03
Tracking 5 ZIP codes in Hutchinson County shows a water safety record well above the national median — violations are isolated exceptions, not recurring patterns.
How Hutchinson County Compares
How Hutchinson County Compares
Hutchinson 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
ZIP Code Risk Map
Water Quality Map: Hutchinson County, Texas
Each dot represents a ZIP code. Color indicates water quality grade. Tap a dot for details.
Key Risk Factors
Health risk index: 13.3 (asthma 10.1%, diabetes 12.9%)
Estimated additional annual cost per homeowner: $1,964, driven primarily by wildfire
Infrastructure: 0.406% avg pipe failure probability, 40% of ZIPs at high risk
75.3% of homes built before 1978 (lead paint era)
Violation History (2023–2024)
→ Stable trendEPA violation counts by year across Hutchinson County water systems. Health-based shown in red, total in blue.
Peak year: 2024 with 4 violations. Past 5 years: 6 total (6 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: $1,964
Bar widths proportional to share of total annual risk cost. Source: compound risk model (FEMA, EPA, USGS).
Housing Age Distribution
10,301 housing units in Hutchinson 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 Hutchinson County
Remediation costs are relatively manageable for most homeowners in Hutchinson 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 Hutchinson 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 Hutchinson County ranked by EPA violation count.
| # | Water System | Population | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Borger Municipal Water System | 12,419 | 18 |
| 2 | Tcw Supply | 2,220 | 18 |
| 3 | Graced Land East | 66 | 18 |
| 4 | Fritch Municipal Water Supply | 5,636 | 12 |
| 5 | Panhandle Utility | 100 | 12 |
8 total water systems serve Hutchinson County.
All ZIP Codes in Hutchinson County
5 ZIP codes tracked in Hutchinson County.
| # | ZIP Code | City | Safety Score | Grade | Violations | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 79007 | Borger | 82 | B | 9 (1 health) | $95K |
| 2 | 79008 | Borger | 82 | B | 9 (1 health) | — |
| 3 | 79036 | Fritch | 82 | B | 12 (1 health) | $117K |
| 4 | 79083 | Stinnett | 67 | C | 6 | $98K |
| 5 | 79078 | Sanford | 46 | D | 9 (3 health) | — |
Recommended Buyer Guides for Hutchinson County
Editorial-only picks, screened against the EPA detections on file.
- Best Lead Paint Test Kits — 75.3% 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 Hutchinson County, Texas
Overview
Hutchinson County in Texas covers 5 ZIP codes with an average Home Safety Score of B (72/100).
5 of 5 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.