Sterling County, Texas
1 ZIP code · Avg score 88/100 · Grade A · Updated 2026-06-03
Water utilities serving Sterling County's 1 ZIP code have built a consistent compliance record — the county's above-average grade reflects years of data showing low violation rates and no systemic health concerns.
How Sterling County Compares
How Sterling County Compares
Sterling County scores 6 points above the Texas state average (82/100) and 20 points above the national average (68/100).
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-03
Key Risk Factors
Health risk index: 11.2 (asthma 9.2%, diabetes 10.5%)
Estimated additional annual cost per homeowner: $720, driven primarily by wildfire
Infrastructure: 0.32% avg pipe failure probability
61% 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: $720
Bar widths proportional to share of total annual risk cost. Source: compound risk model (FEMA, EPA, USGS).
Housing Age Distribution
521 housing units in Sterling County
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS B25034 (Year Structure Built).
Health Outcomes vs National Average
CDC PLACES data for Sterling County residents
Black markers = national averages. Red = above national avg. Green = below. Source: CDC PLACES, Census ACS.
All ZIP Codes in Sterling County
1 ZIP code tracked in Sterling County.
| # | ZIP Code | City | Safety Score | Grade | Violations | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 76951 | Sterling City | 88 | A | 0 | $143K |
Recommended Buyer Guides for Sterling County
Strictly editorial — no paid placements influence which guides appear; the selection draws on NSF certifications and EPA detection records for water systems serving this county.
- Best Lead Paint Test Kits — 61% of homes built before 1978
- Best HEPA Air Purifiers for Wildfire Smoke — Wildfire is the top compound risk factor
Overview
Sterling County in Texas covers 1 ZIP code with an average Home Safety Score of A (88/100).
No EPA violations recorded across any tracked ZIP codes in Sterling County.
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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.