Wilbarger County, Texas
5 ZIP codes · Avg score 82/100 · Grade B · Updated 2026-06-03
Within Wilbarger County's 5 tracked ZIP codes, safety indicators remain above the national average with few health-based violations on record.
How Wilbarger County Compares
How Wilbarger County Compares
Wilbarger County scores 0 points above the Texas state average (82/100) and 14 points above the national average (68/100).
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-03
ZIP Code Risk Map
Water Quality Map: Wilbarger County, Texas
Each dot represents a ZIP code. Color indicates water quality grade. Tap a dot for details.
Key Risk Factors
Health risk index: 15.3 (asthma 10.5%, diabetes 16.5%)
Estimated additional annual cost per homeowner: $804, driven primarily by wildfire
Infrastructure: 0.388% avg pipe failure probability, 40% of ZIPs at high risk
60.3% of homes built before 1978 (lead paint era)
Violation History (2022–2025)
↑ Worsening trendEPA violation counts by year across Wilbarger County water systems. Health-based shown in red, total in blue.
Peak year: 2024 with 11 violations. Past 5 years: 32 total (32 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: $804
Bar widths proportional to share of total annual risk cost. Source: compound risk model (FEMA, EPA, USGS).
Housing Age Distribution
8,489 housing units in Wilbarger 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 Wilbarger County
Remediation costs are relatively manageable for most homeowners in Wilbarger 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 Wilbarger 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 Wilbarger County ranked by EPA violation count.
| # | Water System | Population | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | City of Vernon | 11,002 | 52 |
| 2 | Northside Water Supply Corporation | 250 | 52 |
| 3 | Harrold Water Supply Corporation | 189 | 21 |
| 4 | Oklaunion Water Supply Corporation | 95 | 3 |
| 5 | Cypress Springs Special Utility District N Plant 1 and Ne Pla | 13,698 | 2 |
8 total water systems serve Wilbarger County.
All ZIP Codes in Wilbarger County
5 ZIP codes tracked in Wilbarger County.
| # | ZIP Code | City | Safety Score | Grade | Violations | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 76364 | Harrold | 98 | A | 21 (1 health) | $81K |
| 2 | 76373 | Oklaunion | 98 | A | 3 | — |
| 3 | 75457 | Mount Vernon | 91 | A | 2 | $242K |
| 4 | 76384 | Vernon | 64 | C | 26 (20 health) | $102K |
| 5 | 76385 | Vernon | 58 | C | 26 (20 health) | — |
Recommended Buyer Guides for Wilbarger County
Independent picks. EPA-grounded. Matched here.
- Best Lead Paint Test Kits — 60.3% 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 Wilbarger County, Texas
Overview
Wilbarger County in Texas covers 5 ZIP codes with an average Home Safety Score of B (82/100).
5 of 5 ZIP codes have recorded EPA violations. 41 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.