Jim Hogg County, Texas
2 ZIP codes · Avg score 69/100 · Grade C · Updated 2026-06-03
Compared to top-scoring counties, Jim Hogg County's 2 ZIP codes land in the middle tier — some meet standards cleanly, others carry documented violations, and the gap between the best and worst areas is wider than average.
How Jim Hogg County Compares
How Jim Hogg County Compares
Jim Hogg County scores 13 points below the Texas state average (82/100) and 1 points above the national average (68/100).
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-03
Key Risk Factors
Health risk index: 15.2 (asthma 9%, diabetes 20.8%)
Estimated additional annual cost per homeowner: $4,120, driven primarily by sea_level
Infrastructure: 0.385% avg pipe failure probability, 50% of ZIPs at high risk
56.5% of homes built before 1978 (lead paint era)
Violation History (2022–2025)
↑ Worsening trendEPA violation counts by year across Jim Hogg County water systems. Health-based shown in red, total in blue.
Peak year: 2024 with 8 violations. Past 5 years: 22 total (22 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: $4,120
Bar widths proportional to share of total annual risk cost. Source: compound risk model (FEMA, EPA, USGS).
Housing Age Distribution
2,311 housing units in Jim Hogg 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 Jim Hogg County
Remediation costs are relatively manageable for most homeowners in Jim Hogg 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 Jim Hogg County residents
Black markers = national averages. Red = above national avg. Green = below. Source: CDC PLACES, Census ACS.
All ZIP Codes in Jim Hogg County
2 ZIP codes tracked in Jim Hogg County.
| # | ZIP Code | City | Safety Score | Grade | Violations | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 78376 | Realitos | 73 | B | 0 | — |
| 2 | 78361 | Hebbronville | 65 | C | 17 (11 health) | $129K |
Recommended Buyer Guides for Jim Hogg County
Four sources — EPA, NSF, FEMA, CDC — drive the match.
- Best Lead Paint Test Kits — 56.5% of homes built before 1978
- Best Under-Sink Reverse Osmosis Systems — Multi-contaminant removal at the kitchen tap
Overview
Jim Hogg County in Texas covers 2 ZIP codes with an average Home Safety Score of C (69/100).
1 of 2 ZIP codes have recorded EPA violations. 11 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.