Kaufman County, Texas
10 ZIP codes · Avg score 85/100 · Grade A · Updated 2026-06-03
Water utilities serving Kaufman County's 10 ZIP codes have built a consistent compliance record — the county's above-average grade reflects years of data showing low violation rates and no systemic health concerns.
How Kaufman County Compares
How Kaufman County Compares
Kaufman 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: Kaufman County, Texas
Each dot represents a ZIP code. Color indicates water quality grade. Tap a dot for details.
Key Risk Factors
Health risk index: 12.3 (asthma 10.4%, diabetes 11.6%)
Estimated additional annual cost per homeowner: $892, driven primarily by flood
Infrastructure: 0.273% avg pipe failure probability
37.7% of homes built before 1978 (lead paint era)
Violation History (2021–2025)
↑ Worsening trendEPA violation counts by year across Kaufman County water systems. Health-based shown in red, total in blue.
Peak year: 2024 with 20 violations. Past 5 years: 30 total (30 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: $892
Bar widths proportional to share of total annual risk cost. Source: compound risk model (FEMA, EPA, USGS).
Housing Age Distribution
49,359 housing units in Kaufman 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 Kaufman County
Remediation costs are relatively manageable for most homeowners in Kaufman 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 Kaufman 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 Kaufman County ranked by EPA violation count.
| # | Water System | Population | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | College Mound Special Utility District | 13,200 | 34 |
| 2 | Becker-jiba Special Utility District | 3,741 | 33 |
| 3 | City of Mabank | 15,207 | 30 |
| 4 | Macbee Special Utility District | 7,548 | 26 |
| 5 | CITY OF KEMP | 1,283 | 24 |
36 total water systems serve Kaufman County.
All ZIP Codes in Kaufman County
10 ZIP codes tracked in Kaufman County.
| # | ZIP Code | City | Safety Score | Grade | Violations | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 75158 | Scurry | 94 | A | 3 | $290K |
| 2 | 75161 | Terrell | 94 | A | 2 | $223K |
| 3 | 75114 | Crandall | 93 | A | 10 (2 health) | $275K |
| 4 | 75126 | Forney | 90 | A | 0 | $337K |
| 5 | 75160 | Terrell | 89 | A | 2 | $222K |
| 6 | 75118 | Elmo | 88 | A | 0 | — |
| 7 | 75142 | Kaufman | 84 | B | 6 | $209K |
| 8 | 75147 | Mabank | 79 | B | 24 (8 health) | $239K |
| 9 | 75105 | Chatfield | 73 | B | 0 | — |
| 10 | 75157 | Rosser | 66 | C | 0 | $251K |
Recommended Buyer Guides for Kaufman County
Editorial-only picks, screened against the EPA detections on file.
- Best Under-Sink Reverse Osmosis Systems — Multi-contaminant removal at the kitchen tap
- Best Sump Pumps — Flood is the top compound risk factor
- Best Mold Test Kits — Flood-driven moisture and mold risk
Deep Dive Reports
Detailed analysis for Kaufman County, Texas
Overview
Kaufman County in Texas covers 10 ZIP codes with an average Home Safety Score of A (85/100).
6 of 10 ZIP codes have recorded EPA violations. 10 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.