Milam County, Texas
4 ZIP codes · Avg score 87/100 · Grade A · Updated 2026-06-03
Within Milam County, all 4 tracked ZIP codes show above-average drinking water safety — violations are infrequent and typically minor.
How Milam County Compares
How Milam County Compares
Milam County scores 5 points above the Texas state average (82/100) and 19 points above the national average (68/100).
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-03
Key Risk Factors
Health risk index: 14.4 (asthma 10.1%, diabetes 14.9%)
Estimated additional annual cost per homeowner: $938, driven primarily by wildfire
Infrastructure: 0.367% avg pipe failure probability, 25% of ZIPs at high risk
57% of homes built before 1978 (lead paint era)
Violation History (2022–2025)
↑ Worsening trendEPA violation counts by year across Milam County water systems. Health-based shown in red, total in blue.
Peak year: 2024 with 13 violations. Past 5 years: 21 total (21 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: $938
Bar widths proportional to share of total annual risk cost. Source: compound risk model (FEMA, EPA, USGS).
Housing Age Distribution
9,038 housing units in Milam 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 Milam County
Remediation costs are relatively manageable for most homeowners in Milam 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 Milam 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 Milam County ranked by EPA violation count.
| # | Water System | Population | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Southwest Milam Water Supply Corporation | 11,739 | 61 |
| 2 | Bell Milam Falls Water Supply Corporation | 6,885 | 61 |
| 3 | North Milam Water Supply Corporation | 1,833 | 52 |
| 4 | Milano Water Supply Corporation | 3,891 | 46 |
| 5 | City of Cameron | 5,489 | 37 |
11 total water systems serve Milam County.
All ZIP Codes in Milam County
4 ZIP codes tracked in Milam County.
| # | ZIP Code | City | Safety Score | Grade | Violations | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 76556 | Milano | 99 | A | 0 | $140K |
| 2 | 76567 | Rockdale | 93 | A | 9 (2 health) | $170K |
| 3 | 76518 | Buckholts | 86 | A | 15 | $212K |
| 4 | 76520 | Cameron | 70 | B | 37 (13 health) | $158K |
Recommended Buyer Guides for Milam County
Filtered against federal data, fitted to local risks.
- Best Lead Paint Test Kits — 57% of homes built before 1978
- Best Under-Sink Reverse Osmosis Systems — Multi-contaminant removal at the kitchen tap
- Best HEPA Air Purifiers for Wildfire Smoke — Wildfire is the top compound risk factor
Overview
Milam County in Texas covers 4 ZIP codes with an average Home Safety Score of A (87/100).
3 of 4 ZIP codes have recorded EPA violations. 15 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.