Upshur County, Texas
6 ZIP codes · Avg score 91/100 · Grade A · Updated 2026-06-03
Upshur County maintains reliable drinking water quality across all 6 of its tracked ZIP codes.
How Upshur County Compares
How Upshur County Compares
Upshur County scores 9 points above the Texas state average (82/100) and 23 points above the national average (68/100).
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-03
ZIP Code Risk Map
Water Quality Map: Upshur County, Texas
Each dot represents a ZIP code. Color indicates water quality grade. Tap a dot for details.
Key Risk Factors
Health risk index: 14.5 (asthma 10.8%, diabetes 13.9%)
Estimated additional annual cost per homeowner: $337, driven primarily by energy_code_gap
Infrastructure: 0.327% avg pipe failure probability, 17% of ZIPs at high risk
46.8% of homes built before 1978 (lead paint era)
Violation History (2021–2025)
↑ Worsening trendEPA violation counts by year across Upshur County water systems. Health-based shown in red, total in blue.
Peak year: 2024 with 21 violations. Past 5 years: 43 total (43 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: $337
Bar widths proportional to share of total annual risk cost. Source: compound risk model (FEMA, EPA, USGS).
Housing Age Distribution
15,961 housing units in Upshur 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 Upshur County
Remediation costs are relatively manageable for most homeowners in Upshur 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 Upshur 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 Upshur County ranked by EPA violation count.
| # | Water System | Population | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Pritchett Water Supply Corporation | 10,089 | 23 |
| 2 | Diana Special Utility District | 7,320 | 22 |
| 3 | Bi County Water Supply Corporation 1 | 12,777 | 22 |
| 4 | City of Ore City | 1,509 | 22 |
| 5 | City of Big Sandy | 1,660 | 19 |
18 total water systems serve Upshur County.
All ZIP Codes in Upshur County
6 ZIP codes tracked in Upshur County.
| # | ZIP Code | City | Safety Score | Grade | Violations | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 75640 | Diana | 97 | A | 2 | $263K |
| 2 | 75797 | Big Sandy | 94 | A | 5 (1 health) | — |
| 3 | 75755 | Big Sandy | 91 | A | 5 (1 health) | $109K |
| 4 | 75645 | Gilmer | 90 | A | 9 (1 health) | $179K |
| 5 | 75644 | Gilmer | 88 | A | 9 (1 health) | $165K |
| 6 | 75683 | Ore City | 86 | A | 2 | $107K |
Recommended Buyer Guides for Upshur 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 Under-Sink Reverse Osmosis Systems — Multi-contaminant removal at the kitchen tap
Deep Dive Reports
Detailed analysis for Upshur County, Texas
Overview
Upshur County in Texas covers 6 ZIP codes with an average Home Safety Score of A (91/100).
6 of 6 ZIP codes have recorded EPA violations. 4 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.