Jones County, Texas
6 ZIP codes · Avg score 79/100 · Grade B · Updated 2026-06-03
Within Jones County, all 6 tracked ZIP codes show above-average drinking water safety — violations are infrequent and typically minor.
How Jones County Compares
How Jones County Compares
Jones County scores 3 points below the Texas state average (82/100) and 11 points above the national average (68/100).
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-03
ZIP Code Risk Map
Water Quality Map: Jones County, Texas
Each dot represents a ZIP code. Color indicates water quality grade. Tap a dot for details.
Key Risk Factors
Health risk index: 13.5 (asthma 9.5%, diabetes 13%)
Estimated additional annual cost per homeowner: $1,587, driven primarily by energy_code_gap
Infrastructure: 0.478% avg pipe failure probability, 50% of ZIPs at high risk
81% of homes built before 1978 (lead paint era)
Violation History (2021–2025)
↑ Worsening trendEPA violation counts by year across Jones County water systems. Health-based shown in red, total in blue.
Peak year: 2025 with 26 violations. Past 5 years: 60 total (60 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: $1,587
Bar widths proportional to share of total annual risk cost. Source: compound risk model (FEMA, EPA, USGS).
Housing Age Distribution
6,983 housing units in Jones 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 Jones County
Remediation costs are relatively manageable for most homeowners in Jones 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 Jones 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 Jones County ranked by EPA violation count.
| # | Water System | Population | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | City of Tahoka | 2,459 | 96 |
| 2 | Grassland Water Supply Corporation | 55 | 96 |
| 3 | City of Hamlin | 2,164 | 24 |
| 4 | City of Stamford | 3,101 | 14 |
| 5 | Ericksdahl Water Supply Corporation | 275 | 14 |
14 total water systems serve Jones County.
All ZIP Codes in Jones County
6 ZIP codes tracked in Jones County.
| # | ZIP Code | City | Safety Score | Grade | Violations | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 79525 | Hawley | 99 | A | 0 | $124K |
| 2 | 79501 | Anson | 87 | A | 0 | $88K |
| 3 | 79548 | Rule | 86 | A | 2 | $100K |
| 4 | 79520 | Hamlin | 78 | B | 10 (2 health) | $73K |
| 5 | 79373 | Tahoka | 70 | B | 96 (39 health) | $121K |
| 6 | 79553 | Stamford | 56 | C | 14 (10 health) | $67K |
Recommended Buyer Guides for Jones County
Independent picks. EPA-grounded. Matched here.
- Best Lead Paint Test Kits — 81% of homes built before 1978
- Best Under-Sink Reverse Osmosis Systems — Multi-contaminant removal at the kitchen tap
Deep Dive Reports
Detailed analysis for Jones County, Texas
Overview
Jones County in Texas covers 6 ZIP codes with an average Home Safety Score of B (79/100).
4 of 6 ZIP codes have recorded EPA violations. 51 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.