Lynn County, Texas
3 ZIP codes · Avg score 56/100 · Grade C · Updated 2026-06-03
Based on current EPA data, Lynn County's 3 ZIP codes reflect fair but mixed water safety.
How Lynn County Compares
How Lynn County Compares
Lynn County scores 26 points below the Texas state average (82/100) and 12 points below the national average (68/100).
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-03
Key Risk Factors
Health risk index: 14.1 (asthma 9.9%, diabetes 15.2%)
Estimated additional annual cost per homeowner: $883, driven primarily by energy_code_gap
Infrastructure: 0.47% avg pipe failure probability, 100% of ZIPs at high risk
83.7% of homes built before 1978 (lead paint era)
Violation History (2022–2025)
→ Stable trendEPA violation counts by year across Lynn County water systems. Health-based shown in red, total in blue.
Peak year: 2023 with 9 violations. Past 5 years: 23 total (23 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: $883
Bar widths proportional to share of total annual risk cost. Source: compound risk model (FEMA, EPA, USGS).
Housing Age Distribution
1,196 housing units in Lynn 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 Lynn County
Remediation costs are relatively manageable for most homeowners in Lynn 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 Lynn County residents
Black markers = national averages. Red = above national avg. Green = below. Source: CDC PLACES, Census ACS.
Water Systems with Most Violations
Top 3 systems in Lynn County ranked by EPA violation count.
| # | Water System | Population | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | City of New Home | 965 | 34 |
| 2 | City of Wilson | 444 | 14 |
| 3 | City of Odonnell | 704 | 0 |
All ZIP Codes in Lynn County
3 ZIP codes tracked in Lynn County.
| # | ZIP Code | City | Safety Score | Grade | Violations | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 79351 | Odonnell | 72 | B | 0 | $96K |
| 2 | 79381 | Wilson | 53 | D | 14 (9 health) | $168K |
| 3 | 79383 | New Home | 44 | D | 34 (20 health) | — |
Recommended Buyer Guides for Lynn County
Below: editorial picks, no sponsored placements.
- Best Lead Paint Test Kits — 83.7% of homes built before 1978
- Best Under-Sink Reverse Osmosis Systems — Multi-contaminant removal at the kitchen tap
Overview
Lynn County in Texas covers 3 ZIP codes with an average Home Safety Score of C (56/100).
2 of 3 ZIP codes have recorded EPA violations. 29 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.