Van Zandt County, Texas
8 ZIP codes · Avg score 90/100 · Grade A · Updated 2026-06-03
Across all 8 ZIP codes in Van Zandt County, tap water consistently meets or exceeds federal safety standards.
How Van Zandt County Compares
How Van Zandt County Compares
Van Zandt County scores 8 points above the Texas state average (82/100) and 22 points above the national average (68/100).
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-03
ZIP Code Risk Map
Water Quality Map: Van Zandt County, Texas
Each dot represents a ZIP code. Color indicates water quality grade. Tap a dot for details.
Key Risk Factors
Health risk index: 14.2 (asthma 10.4%, diabetes 13.4%)
Estimated additional annual cost per homeowner: $798, driven primarily by flood
Infrastructure: 0.32% avg pipe failure probability
49.5% of homes built before 1978 (lead paint era)
Violation History (2021–2024)
→ Stable trendEPA violation counts by year across Van Zandt County water systems. Health-based shown in red, total in blue.
Peak year: 2024 with 6 violations. Past 5 years: 13 total (13 health-based).
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: $798
Bar widths proportional to share of total annual risk cost. Source: compound risk model (FEMA, EPA, USGS).
Housing Age Distribution
25,676 housing units in Van Zandt 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 Van Zandt County
Remediation costs are relatively manageable for most homeowners in Van Zandt 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 Van Zandt 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 Van Zandt County ranked by EPA violation count.
| # | Water System | Population | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ben Wheeler Water Supply Corporation | 3,324 | 35 |
| 2 | Corinth Water Supply Corporation | 1,200 | 33 |
| 3 | Little Hope-moore Water Supply | 1,764 | 30 |
| 4 | Fruitvale Water Supply Corporation | 3,747 | 30 |
| 5 | Crooked Creek Water Supply Corporation | 1,182 | 25 |
33 total water systems serve Van Zandt County.
All ZIP Codes in Van Zandt County
8 ZIP codes tracked in Van Zandt County.
| # | ZIP Code | City | Safety Score | Grade | Violations | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 75127 | Fruitvale | 99 | A | 0 | $199K |
| 2 | 75790 | Van | 94 | A | 3 | $173K |
| 3 | 75103 | Canton | 93 | A | 13 (2 health) | $228K |
| 4 | 75169 | Wills Point | 90 | A | 8 (4 health) | $183K |
| 5 | 75140 | Grand Saline | 89 | A | 9 | $131K |
| 6 | 75778 | Murchison | 86 | A | 13 (1 health) | $142K |
| 7 | 75117 | Edgewood | 85 | A | 4 | $187K |
| 8 | 75754 | Ben Wheeler | 80 | B | 6 (1 health) | $250K |
Recommended Buyer Guides for Van Zandt County
Editorial-only picks, screened against the EPA detections on file.
- Best Under-Sink Reverse Osmosis Systems — Multi-contaminant removal at the kitchen tap
- Best Sump Pumps — Flood is the top compound risk factor
- Best Mold Test Kits — Flood-driven moisture and mold risk
Deep Dive Reports
Detailed analysis for Van Zandt County, Texas
Overview
Van Zandt County in Texas covers 8 ZIP codes with an average Home Safety Score of A (90/100).
7 of 8 ZIP codes have recorded EPA violations. 8 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.