Walker County, Texas
10 ZIP codes · Avg score 68/100 · Grade C · Updated 2026-06-03
Within Walker County, 10 tracked ZIP codes reveal moderate water quality — national standards are generally met, with some documented exceptions.
How Walker County Compares
How Walker County Compares
Walker County scores 14 points below the Texas state average (82/100) and 0 points above the national average (68/100).
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-03
ZIP Code Risk Map
Water Quality Map: Walker County, Texas
Each dot represents a ZIP code. Color indicates water quality grade. Tap a dot for details.
Key Risk Factors
Health risk index: 13.5 (asthma 10.2%, diabetes 13.4%)
Estimated additional annual cost per homeowner: $1,473, driven primarily by flood
Infrastructure: 0.312% avg pipe failure probability
Violation History (2021–2025)
↑ Worsening trendEPA violation counts by year across Walker County water systems. Health-based shown in red, total in blue.
Peak year: 2024 with 41 violations. Past 5 years: 69 total (69 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: $1,473
Bar widths proportional to share of total annual risk cost. Source: compound risk model (FEMA, EPA, USGS).
Water Safety Affordability
How much it costs to fix water issues relative to home values in Walker County
Remediation costs are relatively manageable for most homeowners in Walker 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 Walker 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 Walker County ranked by EPA violation count.
| # | Water System | Population | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | City of Huntsville | 48,522 | 122 |
| 2 | Tdcj Beto Unit | 8,148 | 120 |
| 3 | Tdcj Coffield Unit | 7,965 | 120 |
| 4 | Tdcj Chase Field | 5,595 | 120 |
| 5 | Tdcj Ramsey Area | 5,119 | 120 |
14 total water systems serve Walker County.
All ZIP Codes in Walker County
10 ZIP codes tracked in Walker County.
| # | ZIP Code | City | Safety Score | Grade | Violations | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 75852 | Midway | 74 | B | 2 (2 health) | $223K |
| 2 | 75681 | Mount Enterprise | 73 | B | 0 | $138K |
| 3 | 77342 | Huntsville | 71 | B | 15 (3 health) | — |
| 4 | 77341 | Huntsville | 67 | C | 15 (3 health) | — |
| 5 | 77343 | Huntsville | 67 | C | 15 (3 health) | — |
| 6 | 77344 | Huntsville | 67 | C | 15 (3 health) | — |
| 7 | 77348 | Huntsville | 67 | C | 15 (3 health) | — |
| 8 | 77349 | Huntsville | 67 | C | 15 (3 health) | — |
| 9 | 77320 | Huntsville | 61 | C | 15 (3 health) | $174K |
| 10 | 77340 | Huntsville | 61 | C | 15 (3 health) | $229K |
Recommended Buyer Guides for Walker County
Filtered against EPA monitoring data and CDC lead-exposure guidance, the guides below skip the generic catalog and connect directly to the contaminants and hazards on file here.
- 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 Walker County, Texas
Overview
Walker County in Texas covers 10 ZIP codes with an average Home Safety Score of C (68/100).
9 of 10 ZIP codes have recorded EPA violations. 26 health-based violations have been documented.
← Back to Texas water quality report
Data Sources
- Water quality: EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS)
- Home values: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (median estimates by ZCTA)
Updated daily.