Runnels County, Texas
7 ZIP codes · Avg score 74/100 · Grade B · Updated 2026-06-03
Covering 7 ZIP codes, Runnels County earns a high grade for tap water — most systems report zero health-based violations, and the overall compliance rate comfortably exceeds federal benchmarks.
How Runnels County Compares
How Runnels County Compares
Runnels County scores 8 points below the Texas state average (82/100) and 6 points above the national average (68/100).
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-03
ZIP Code Risk Map
Water Quality Map: Runnels County, Texas
Each dot represents a ZIP code. Color indicates water quality grade. Tap a dot for details.
Key Risk Factors
Health risk index: 13.9 (asthma 9.5%, diabetes 14.6%)
Estimated additional annual cost per homeowner: $864, driven primarily by energy_code_gap
Infrastructure: 0.467% avg pipe failure probability, 50% of ZIPs at high risk
77% of homes built before 1978 (lead paint era)
Violation History (2021–2025)
↑ Worsening trendEPA violation counts by year across Runnels County water systems. Health-based shown in red, total in blue.
Peak year: 2025 with 54 violations. Past 5 years: 87 total (87 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: $864
Bar widths proportional to share of total annual risk cost. Source: compound risk model (FEMA, EPA, USGS).
Housing Age Distribution
5,425 housing units in Runnels 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 Runnels County
Remediation costs are relatively manageable for most homeowners in Runnels 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 Runnels 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 Runnels County ranked by EPA violation count.
| # | Water System | Population | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | MILLERSVIEW DOOLE WSC | 3,987 | 88 |
| 2 | Coleman County Special Utility District | 5,000 | 78 |
| 3 | NORTH RUNNELS WSC | 2,766 | 78 |
| 4 | ROWENA WSC | 528 | 69 |
| 5 | City of Winters | 2,345 | 60 |
8 total water systems serve Runnels County.
All ZIP Codes in Runnels County
7 ZIP codes tracked in Runnels County.
| # | ZIP Code | City | Safety Score | Grade | Violations | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 79567 | Winters | 95 | A | 60 (3 health) | $74K |
| 2 | 76861 | Miles | 94 | A | 1 (1 health) | $186K |
| 3 | 76866 | Paint Rock | 73 | B | 0 | $119K |
| 4 | 76821 | Ballinger | 72 | B | 18 (8 health) | $104K |
| 5 | 76855 | Lowake | 66 | C | 0 | — |
| 6 | 79566 | Wingate | 66 | C | 0 | — |
| 7 | 76875 | Rowena | 55 | C | 69 (22 health) | $150K |
Recommended Buyer Guides for Runnels County
Federal and certification sources drive the ordering: EPA monitoring data, NSF certifications, FEMA flood maps, and CDC lead guidance — guides surface only when county data warrants them.
- Best Lead Paint Test Kits — 77% of homes built before 1978
- Best Under-Sink Reverse Osmosis Systems — Multi-contaminant removal at the kitchen tap
Deep Dive Reports
Detailed analysis for Runnels County, Texas
Overview
Runnels County in Texas covers 7 ZIP codes with an average Home Safety Score of B (74/100).
4 of 7 ZIP codes have recorded EPA violations. 34 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.