COUNTY REPORT TX

Kinney County, Texas

1 ZIP code · Avg score 95/100 · Grade A · Updated 2026-06-03

Although county size varies, Kinney County's 1 ZIP code share reliably safe tap water records and above-average compliance scores.

How Kinney County Compares

Kinney County95/100
Texas avg82/100
National avg68/100

How Kinney County Compares

A
County Grade
95/100
Avg Safety Score
1
ZIP Codes
2
Water Systems

Kinney County scores 13 points above the Texas state average (82/100) and 27 points above the national average (68/100).

Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-03

A
County Grade
95
Avg Safety Score
1
ZIP Codes
Only ZIP: 78832
$89K
Median Home Value
$1,800
Avg Remediation (203% of home value)

Key Risk Factors

Health risk index: 13.9 (asthma 8.8%, diabetes 15.8%)

Estimated additional annual cost per homeowner: $620, driven primarily by energy_code_gap

Infrastructure: 0.29% avg pipe failure probability

61% of homes built before 1978 (lead paint era)

County Health Indicators vs National Average

Asthma 8.8% (national: 8.9%)
Diabetes 15.8% (national: 10.5%)
Obesity 36.8% (national: 32.4%)

Black markers indicate national averages. Source: CDC PLACES, Census ACS.

Infrastructure Overview

1971
Median Build Year
61%
Pre-1978 Housing
29%
Pipe Failure Probability
0%
ZIPs at High Infra Risk
Low
Lead Pipe Risk

Sources: Census ACS (housing age), EPA SDWIS (infrastructure risk model), state bridge inspection data.

Compound Risk Breakdown

Estimated additional annual cost per homeowner: $620

Energy Code Gap $270/yr
Flood $200/yr
Water / Lead $150/yr

Bar widths proportional to share of total annual risk cost. Source: compound risk model (FEMA, EPA, USGS).

Housing Age Distribution

1,473 housing units in Kinney County

Pre-1940 12%
1940–1959 8%
1960–1979 32%
1980–1999 38%
2000+ 10%

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 Kinney County

$89K
Median Home Value
$1,800
Est. Remediation Cost
2.0%
of Home Value
Remediation as % of home value moderate burden

Water safety remediation is a moderate expense relative to home values. Most homeowners can address issues through staged improvements over time.

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 Kinney County residents

Asthma 8.8% (US avg: 8.9%)
Diabetes 15.8% (US avg: 11%)
Obesity 36.8% (US avg: 32.4%)

Black markers = national averages. Red = above national avg. Green = below. Source: CDC PLACES, Census ACS.

All ZIP Codes in Kinney County

1 ZIP code tracked in Kinney County.

# ZIP Code City Safety Score Grade Violations Home Value
1 78832 Brackettville 95 A 1 $89K

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Overview

Kinney County in Texas covers 1 ZIP code with an average Home Safety Score of A (95/100).

1 of 1 ZIP code have recorded EPA violations. All violations are monitoring/reporting type.

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Data Sources

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is water safe in Kinney County?
Kinney County receives a grade of A, indicating generally safe tap water across its 1 ZIP codes.
How many water systems serve Kinney County?
Kinney County is served by 2 public water systems that supply drinking water to residents across 1 ZIP codes.
What is the biggest environmental risk in Kinney County?
The primary environmental risk factor in Kinney County is energy_code_gap. This contributes to an estimated additional annual cost of $620 per homeowner.
How old are homes in Kinney County?
The median home build year in Kinney County is 1971. 61% of homes were built before 1978, which means they may contain lead-based paint and older plumbing materials.
How does Kinney County compare to Texas?
Kinney County has an average water safety score of 95/100, which is above the Texas state average of 82/100.

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