COUNTY REPORT TX

Webb County, Texas

11 ZIP codes · Avg score 67/100 · Grade C · Updated 2026-06-03

Although much of Webb County meets baseline standards, some of its 11 ZIP codes show violations that merit closer attention.

How Webb County Compares

Webb County67/100
Texas avg82/100
National avg68/100

How Webb County Compares

C
County Grade
67/100
Avg Safety Score
11
ZIP Codes
7
Water Systems

Webb County scores 15 points below the Texas state average (82/100) and 1 points below the national average (68/100).

Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-03

C
County Grade
67
Avg Safety Score
11
ZIP Codes
Best ZIP: 78371 (83/100)
Lowest ZIP: 78344 (55/100)
$151K
Median Home Value
$1,845
Avg Remediation (122% of home value)

ZIP Code Risk Map

Water Quality Map: Webb County, Texas

Each dot represents a ZIP code. Color indicates water quality grade. Tap a dot for details.

A B C D F

Key Risk Factors

Health risk index: 12.4 (asthma 8.7%, diabetes 16.1%)

Estimated additional annual cost per homeowner: $1,447, driven primarily by flood

Infrastructure: 0.415% avg pipe failure probability, 55% of ZIPs at high risk

44.8% of homes built before 1978 (lead paint era)

Violation History (2021–2025)

↑ Worsening trend

EPA violation counts by year across Webb County water systems. Health-based shown in red, total in blue.

2021
3 (3 health)
2022
4 (4 health)
2023
4 (4 health)
2024
75 (75 health)
2025
59 (59 health)

Peak year: 2024 with 75 violations. Past 5 years: 145 total (145 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

Asthma 8.7% (national: 8.9%)
Diabetes 16.1% (national: 10.5%)
Obesity 42.1% (national: 32.4%)

Black markers indicate national averages. Source: CDC PLACES, Census ACS.

Infrastructure Overview

1983
Median Build Year
44.8%
Pre-1978 Housing
42%
Pipe Failure Probability
55%
ZIPs at High Infra Risk
Low
Lead Pipe Risk

Sources: Census ACS (housing age), EPA SDWIS (infrastructure risk model), state bridge inspection data.

Compound Risk Breakdown

Estimated additional annual cost per homeowner: $1,447

Flood $782/yr
Sea Level Rise $273/yr
Wildfire $191/yr

Bar widths proportional to share of total annual risk cost. Source: compound risk model (FEMA, EPA, USGS).

Housing Age Distribution

85,104 housing units in Webb County

Pre-1940 3%
1940–1959 8%
1960–1979 15%
1980–1999 34%
2000+ 40%

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 Webb County

$151K
Median Home Value
$1,845
Est. Remediation Cost
1.2%
of Home Value
Remediation as % of home value low burden

Remediation costs are relatively manageable for most homeowners in Webb 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 Webb County residents

Asthma 8.7% (US avg: 8.9%)
Diabetes 16.1% (US avg: 11%)
Obesity 42.1% (US avg: 32.4%)

Black markers = national averages. Red = above national avg. Green = below. Source: CDC PLACES, Census ACS.

Water Systems with Most Violations

Top 5 systems in Webb County ranked by EPA violation count.

# Water System Population Violations
1 City of Laredo 260,046 318
2 Webb County Water Utilities 8,358 272
3 Webb County Water Dispenser 3,362 272
4 Los Botines Water Supply Corporation 54 272
5 Oilton Rural Water Supply Corporation 411 25

7 total water systems serve Webb County.

All ZIP Codes in Webb County

11 ZIP codes tracked in Webb County.

# ZIP Code City Safety Score Grade Violations Home Value
1 78371 Oilton 83 B 25 (1 health)
2 78042 Laredo 70 B 34 (24 health)
3 78044 Laredo 70 B 34 (24 health) $221K
4 78046 Laredo 70 B 34 (24 health) $142K
5 78369 Mirando City 70 B 14 (8 health)
6 78049 Laredo 66 C 34 (24 health)
7 78040 Laredo 65 C 34 (24 health) $117K
8 78043 Laredo 65 C 34 (24 health) $151K
9 78041 Laredo 60 C 34 (24 health) $217K
10 78045 Laredo 60 C 34 (24 health) $227K
11 78344 Bruni 55 C 21 (13 health) $88K

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Overview

Webb County in Texas covers 11 ZIP codes with an average Home Safety Score of C (67/100).

11 of 11 ZIP codes have recorded EPA violations. 214 health-based violations have been documented.

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Data Sources

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is water safe in Webb County?
Webb County receives a grade of C. Some ZIP codes have recorded violations and residents in affected areas may want to test their water.
How many water systems serve Webb County?
Webb County is served by 7 public water systems that supply drinking water to residents across 11 ZIP codes.
What is the biggest environmental risk in Webb County?
The primary environmental risk factor in Webb County is flood. This contributes to an estimated additional annual cost of $1,447 per homeowner.
How old are homes in Webb County?
The median home build year in Webb County is 1983. 44.8% of homes were built before 1978, which means they may contain lead-based paint and older plumbing materials.
How does Webb County compare to Texas?
Webb County has an average water safety score of 67/100, which is below the Texas state average of 82/100.

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