Rains County, Texas
2 ZIP codes · Avg score 47/100 · Grade D · Updated 2026-06-03
Water systems serving Rains County's 2 ZIP codes record elevated violation rates — residents in affected areas may want to verify their local system's current status.
How Rains County Compares
How Rains County Compares
Rains County scores 35 points below the Texas state average (82/100) and 21 points below the national average (68/100).
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-03
Key Risk Factors
Health risk index: 14.5 (asthma 10.2%, diabetes 14.1%)
Estimated additional annual cost per homeowner: $455, driven primarily by water_lead
Infrastructure: 0.395% avg pipe failure probability, 50% of ZIPs at high risk
42.5% of homes built before 1978 (lead paint era)
Violation History (2021–2025)
↑ Worsening trendEPA violation counts by year across Rains County water systems. Health-based shown in red, total in blue.
Peak year: 2025 with 20 violations. Past 5 years: 30 total (30 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: $455
Bar widths proportional to share of total annual risk cost. Source: compound risk model (FEMA, EPA, USGS).
Housing Age Distribution
5,293 housing units in Rains 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 Rains County
Remediation costs are relatively manageable for most homeowners in Rains 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 Rains 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 Rains County ranked by EPA violation count.
| # | Water System | Population | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | City of Emory | 3,762 | 95 |
| 2 | South Rains Special Utility District | 3,594 | 95 |
| 3 | Cash Special Utility District | 25,875 | 95 |
| 4 | Bright Star-salem Special Utility District | 6,738 | 95 |
| 5 | City of Point | 3,600 | 95 |
9 total water systems serve Rains County.
All ZIP Codes in Rains County
2 ZIP codes tracked in Rains County.
| # | ZIP Code | City | Safety Score | Grade | Violations | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 75472 | Point | 61 | C | 77 (4 health) | $151K |
| 2 | 75440 | Emory | 33 | F | 18 (8 health) | $270K |
Recommended Buyer Guides for Rains County
Methodologically, the recommendation order reflects severity in the federal record: contaminants flagged in EPA detection records for this county outrank generic water concerns, FEMA-confirmed hazard ratings shift emergency-related categories upward, and CDC lead-exposure markers govern when lead-test kits and certified filters appear at the top of the list.
- Best Water Filters for Lead — Lead above EPA action level in 2 ZIP codes
- Best Under-Sink Reverse Osmosis Systems — Multi-contaminant removal at the kitchen tap
Overview
Rains County in Texas covers 2 ZIP codes with an average Home Safety Score of D (47/100).
2 of 2 ZIP codes have recorded EPA violations. 12 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.
What You Can Do
Rains County has a grade of D. Here are steps to protect your household.
Test your tap water
Order a certified lab test kit ($20-$50) to check for lead, bacteria, and other contaminants specific to your ZIP code.
Consider a certified water filter
NSF-certified filters can remove most common contaminants. Match the filter to your test results for best protection. Try our filter matcher
Contact your water utility
Request the latest Consumer Confidence Report (CCR) from your water provider. It details exactly what was found in your water supply.
Check for lead in your home
42.5% of homes in this county were built before 1978. Older plumbing and solder can leach lead into drinking water, especially in the morning.