Taylor County, Texas
21 ZIP codes · Avg score 84/100 · Grade B · Updated 2026-06-03
Although county size varies, Taylor County's 21 ZIP codes share reliably safe tap water records and above-average compliance scores.
How Taylor County Compares
How Taylor County Compares
Taylor 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: Taylor County, Texas
Each dot represents a ZIP code. Color indicates water quality grade. Tap a dot for details.
Key Risk Factors
Health risk index: 12.5 (asthma 10%, diabetes 11.9%)
Estimated additional annual cost per homeowner: $2,366, driven primarily by wildfire
Infrastructure: 0.361% avg pipe failure probability, 24% of ZIPs at high risk
56% of homes built before 1978 (lead paint era)
Violation History (2021–2025)
↑ Worsening trendEPA violation counts by year across Taylor County water systems. Health-based shown in red, total in blue.
Peak year: 2024 with 38 violations. Past 5 years: 119 total (119 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: $2,366
Bar widths proportional to share of total annual risk cost. Source: compound risk model (FEMA, EPA, USGS).
Housing Age Distribution
63,022 housing units in Taylor 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 Taylor County
Remediation costs are relatively manageable for most homeowners in Taylor 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 Taylor 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 Taylor County ranked by EPA violation count.
| # | Water System | Population | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Potosi Water Supply Corporation | 7,413 | 184 |
| 2 | View Caps Water Supply Corporation | 2,928 | 177 |
| 3 | City of Abilene | 125,182 | 171 |
| 4 | Hamby Water Supply Corporation | 2,082 | 170 |
| 5 | New Horizons Ranch & Center | 100 | 170 |
23 total water systems serve Taylor County.
All ZIP Codes in Taylor County
21 ZIP codes tracked in Taylor County.
| # | ZIP Code | City | Safety Score | Grade | Violations | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 79607 | Dyess Afb | 99 | A | 1 | $490K |
| 2 | 79530 | Lawn | 98 | A | 7 (1 health) | $74K |
| 3 | 79697 | Abilene | 93 | A | 17 (2 health) | — |
| 4 | 79698 | Abilene | 93 | A | 17 (2 health) | — |
| 5 | 79699 | Abilene | 93 | A | 17 (2 health) | — |
| 6 | 79563 | Tye | 90 | A | 11 (1 health) | $59K |
| 7 | 79604 | Abilene | 90 | A | 17 (2 health) | — |
| 8 | 79608 | Abilene | 90 | A | 17 (2 health) | — |
| 9 | 79561 | Trent | 87 | A | 7 (1 health) | $83K |
| 10 | 79562 | Tuscola | 87 | A | 3 (3 health) | $239K |
| 11 | 79508 | Buffalo Gap | 86 | A | 11 (4 health) | $150K |
| 12 | 79602 | Abilene | 85 | A | 17 (2 health) | $233K |
| 13 | 79536 | Merkel | 82 | B | 4 | $133K |
| 14 | 79601 | Abilene | 80 | B | 17 (2 health) | $183K |
| 15 | 79603 | Abilene | 80 | B | 17 (2 health) | $114K |
| 16 | 79606 | Abilene | 80 | B | 17 (2 health) | $249K |
| 17 | 79605 | Abilene | 75 | B | 17 (2 health) | $160K |
| 18 | 79541 | Ovalo | 73 | B | 0 | — |
| 19 | 79519 | Goldsboro | 66 | C | 0 | $229K |
| 20 | 79537 | Nolan | 66 | C | 0 | — |
| 21 | 79538 | Novice | 66 | C | 0 | $327K |
Recommended Buyer Guides for Taylor County
Editorial methodology pairs each documented risk in this county with the buyer category that addresses it, drawing on water-quality detections, housing-stock lead exposure, EPA Radon Zone designation, and FEMA flood and wildfire ratings. NSF-certified options surface where applicable, and products that match the specific contaminant take priority.
- Best Lead Paint Test Kits — 56% of homes built before 1978
- Best Under-Sink Reverse Osmosis Systems — Multi-contaminant removal at the kitchen tap
- Best HEPA Air Purifiers for Wildfire Smoke — Wildfire is the top compound risk factor
Deep Dive Reports
Detailed analysis for Taylor County, Texas
Overview
Taylor County in Texas covers 21 ZIP codes with an average Home Safety Score of B (84/100).
17 of 21 ZIP codes have recorded EPA violations. 30 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.