COUNTY REPORT TX

Marion County, Texas

5 ZIP codes · Avg score 75/100 · Grade B · Updated 2026-06-03

Homeowners across Marion County's 5 ZIP codes live with water safety scores that generally beat state and national averages.

How Marion County Compares

Marion County75/100
Texas avg82/100
National avg68/100

How Marion County Compares

B
County Grade
75/100
Avg Safety Score
5
ZIP Codes
24
Water Systems

Marion County scores 7 points below the Texas state average (82/100) and 7 points above the national average (68/100).

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

B
County Grade
75
Avg Safety Score
5
ZIP Codes
Best ZIP: 75667 (85/100)
Lowest ZIP: 75555 (62/100)
$114K
Median Home Value
$1,900
Avg Remediation (166% of home value)

ZIP Code Risk Map

Water Quality Map: Marion County, Texas

Each dot represents a ZIP code. Color indicates water quality grade. Tap a dot for details.

A B C D F

Key Risk Factors

Health risk index: 16.7 (asthma 11%, diabetes 18.1%)

Estimated additional annual cost per homeowner: $1,144, driven primarily by flood

Infrastructure: 0.42% avg pipe failure probability, 60% of ZIPs at high risk

56.8% of homes built before 1978 (lead paint era)

Violation History (2021–2025)

↑ Worsening trend

EPA violation counts by year across Marion County water systems. Health-based shown in red, total in blue.

2021
4 (4 health)
2022
8 (8 health)
2023
8 (8 health)
2024
22 (22 health)
2025
23 (23 health)

Peak year: 2025 with 23 violations. Past 5 years: 65 total (65 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

Asthma 11% (national: 8.9%)
Diabetes 18.1% (national: 10.5%)
Obesity 39.1% (national: 32.4%)

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

Infrastructure Overview

1985
Median Build Year
56.8%
Pre-1978 Housing
42%
Pipe Failure Probability
60%
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: $1,144

Flood $520/yr
Wildfire $240/yr
Energy Code Gap $234/yr

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

Housing Age Distribution

7,081 housing units in Marion County

Pre-1940 6%
1940–1959 9%
1960–1979 31%
1980–1999 34%
2000+ 20%

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 Marion County

$114K
Median Home Value
$1,900
Est. Remediation Cost
1.7%
of Home Value
Remediation as % of home value low burden

Remediation costs are relatively manageable for most homeowners in Marion 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 Marion County residents

Asthma 11% (US avg: 8.9%)
Diabetes 18.1% (US avg: 11%)
Obesity 39.1% (US avg: 32.4%)

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

Water Systems with Most Violations

Top 5 systems in Marion County ranked by EPA violation count.

# Water System Population Violations
1 Western Cass Water Supply Corporation 5,376 49
2 E M C WATER SUPPLY 2,952 49
3 Eastern Cass Water Supply Corporation 2,670 31
4 Mims Water Supply Corporation 2,736 18
5 Diana Special Utility District 7,320 18

24 total water systems serve Marion County.

All ZIP Codes in Marion County

5 ZIP codes tracked in Marion County.

# ZIP Code City Safety Score Grade Violations Home Value
1 75667 Laneville 85 A 17 (7 health) $109K
2 75630 Avinger 80 B 7 (4 health) $133K
3 75564 Lodi 73 B 0
4 75657 Jefferson 73 B 11 (9 health) $119K
5 75555 Bivins 62 C 31 (13 health) $102K

Recommended Buyer Guides for Marion County

Filtered against EPA monitoring data and CDC lead-exposure guidance, the guides below skip the generic catalog and connect directly to the contaminants and hazards on file here.

Overview

Marion County in Texas covers 5 ZIP codes with an average Home Safety Score of B (75/100).

4 of 5 ZIP codes have recorded EPA violations. 33 health-based violations have been documented.

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Data Sources

Updated daily.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is water safe in Marion County?
Marion County receives a grade of B, indicating generally safe tap water across its 5 ZIP codes.
How many water systems serve Marion County?
Marion County is served by 24 public water systems that supply drinking water to residents across 5 ZIP codes.
What is the biggest environmental risk in Marion County?
The primary environmental risk factor in Marion County is flood. This contributes to an estimated additional annual cost of $1,144 per homeowner.
How old are homes in Marion County?
The median home build year in Marion County is 1985. 56.8% of homes were built before 1978, which means they may contain lead-based paint and older plumbing materials.
How does Marion County compare to Texas?
Marion County has an average water safety score of 75/100, which is below the Texas state average of 82/100.

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