Montague County, Texas
6 ZIP codes · Avg score 84/100 · Grade B · Updated 2026-06-03
Spanning 6 ZIP codes, Montague County posts strong drinking water compliance — most systems have never triggered a health-based notice.
How Montague County Compares
How Montague County Compares
Montague County scores 2 points above the Texas state average (82/100) and 16 points above the national average (68/100).
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-03
ZIP Code Risk Map
Water Quality Map: Montague County, Texas
Each dot represents a ZIP code. Color indicates water quality grade. Tap a dot for details.
Key Risk Factors
Health risk index: 14.2 (asthma 10.3%, diabetes 13.4%)
Estimated additional annual cost per homeowner: $1,272, driven primarily by flood
Infrastructure: 0.37% avg pipe failure probability, 33% of ZIPs at high risk
60.7% of homes built before 1978 (lead paint era)
Violation History (2021–2024)
→ Stable trendEPA violation counts by year across Montague County water systems. Health-based shown in red, total in blue.
Peak year: 2024 with 7 violations. Past 5 years: 8 total (8 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: $1,272
Bar widths proportional to share of total annual risk cost. Source: compound risk model (FEMA, EPA, USGS).
Housing Age Distribution
10,005 housing units in Montague 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 Montague County
Remediation costs are relatively manageable for most homeowners in Montague 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 Montague 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 Montague County ranked by EPA violation count.
| # | Water System | Population | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Nocona Hills Water Supply Corporation | 600 | 13 |
| 2 | City of Nocona | 3,170 | 12 |
| 3 | Pioneer Valley Water | 1,002 | 8 |
| 4 | Montague Water System | 534 | 8 |
| 5 | Oak Shores Water System | 234 | 8 |
15 total water systems serve Montague County.
All ZIP Codes in Montague County
6 ZIP codes tracked in Montague County.
| # | ZIP Code | City | Safety Score | Grade | Violations | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 76239 | Forestburg | 99 | A | 0 | $200K |
| 2 | 76265 | Saint Jo | 95 | A | 1 | $212K |
| 3 | 76251 | Montague | 92 | A | 8 (3 health) | $237K |
| 4 | 76255 | Nocona | 86 | A | 12 (1 health) | $158K |
| 5 | 76261 | Ringgold | 66 | C | 0 | $78K |
| 6 | 76230 | Bowie | 63 | C | 4 (2 health) | $202K |
Recommended Buyer Guides for Montague County
Filtered against federal data, fitted to local risks.
- Best Lead Paint Test Kits — 60.7% of homes built before 1978
- Best Under-Sink Reverse Osmosis Systems — Multi-contaminant removal at the kitchen tap
- Best Sump Pumps — Flood is the top compound risk factor
- Best Mold Test Kits — Flood-driven moisture and mold risk
Deep Dive Reports
Detailed analysis for Montague County, Texas
Overview
Montague County in Texas covers 6 ZIP codes with an average Home Safety Score of B (84/100).
4 of 6 ZIP codes have recorded EPA violations. 6 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.