Mitchell County, Texas
3 ZIP codes · Avg score 80/100 · Grade B · Updated 2026-06-03
In current tracking cycles, Mitchell County — spanning 3 ZIP codes — records above-average water quality outcomes; the county's compliance history over recent years shows few departures from federal standards.
How Mitchell County Compares
How Mitchell County Compares
Mitchell County scores 2 points below the Texas state average (82/100) and 12 points above the national average (68/100).
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-03
Key Risk Factors
Health risk index: 13.2 (asthma 9.3%, diabetes 13.3%)
Estimated additional annual cost per homeowner: $1,350, driven primarily by energy_code_gap
Infrastructure: 0.43% avg pipe failure probability, 67% of ZIPs at high risk
85.3% of homes built before 1978 (lead paint era)
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: $1,350
Bar widths proportional to share of total annual risk cost. Source: compound risk model (FEMA, EPA, USGS).
Housing Age Distribution
3,745 housing units in Mitchell 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 Mitchell County
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 Mitchell County residents
Black markers = national averages. Red = above national avg. Green = below. Source: CDC PLACES, Census ACS.
Water Systems with Most Violations
Top 4 systems in Mitchell County ranked by EPA violation count.
| # | Water System | Population | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | City of Colorado City | 3,991 | 14 |
| 2 | City of Loraine | 504 | 10 |
| 3 | City of Westbrook | 221 | 1 |
| 4 | Westbrook Isd | 54 | 1 |
All ZIP Codes in Mitchell County
3 ZIP codes tracked in Mitchell County.
| # | ZIP Code | City | Safety Score | Grade | Violations | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 79512 | Colorado City | 87 | A | 4 (1 health) | $85K |
| 2 | 79532 | Loraine | 87 | A | 10 (1 health) | $102K |
| 3 | 79565 | Westbrook | 66 | C | 1 | $108K |
Recommended Buyer Guides for Mitchell County
Four sources — EPA, NSF, FEMA, CDC — drive the match.
- Best Water Filters for Lead — Lead above EPA action level in 1 ZIP code
- Best Lead Paint Test Kits — 85.3% of homes built before 1978
- Best Under-Sink Reverse Osmosis Systems — Multi-contaminant removal at the kitchen tap
Overview
Mitchell County in Texas covers 3 ZIP codes with an average Home Safety Score of B (80/100).
3 of 3 ZIP codes have recorded EPA violations. 2 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.