Wise County, Texas
11 ZIP codes · Avg score 80/100 · Grade B · Updated 2026-06-03
Recent water monitoring in Wise County shows 11 ZIP codes with consistently safe results.
How Wise County Compares
How Wise County Compares
Wise County scores 2 points below the Texas state average (82/100) and 12 points above the national average (68/100).
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-03
ZIP Code Risk Map
Water Quality Map: Wise 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 (asthma 10.1%, diabetes 12%)
Estimated additional annual cost per homeowner: $865, driven primarily by flood
Infrastructure: 0.32% avg pipe failure probability, 20% of ZIPs at high risk
41.5% of homes built before 1978 (lead paint era)
Violation History (2021–2025)
→ Stable trendEPA violation counts by year across Wise County water systems. Health-based shown in red, total in blue.
Peak year: 2025 with 21 violations. Past 5 years: 33 total (33 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: $865
Bar widths proportional to share of total annual risk cost. Source: compound risk model (FEMA, EPA, USGS).
Housing Age Distribution
26,523 housing units in Wise 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 Wise County
Remediation costs are relatively manageable for most homeowners in Wise 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 Wise 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 Wise County ranked by EPA violation count.
| # | Water System | Population | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | West Wise Special Utility District | 3,909 | 121 |
| 2 | City of Chico | 1,596 | 111 |
| 3 | Grand Harbor Water Supply Corporation | 360 | 108 |
| 4 | City of Newark | 1,232 | 63 |
| 5 | City of Fort Worth | 955,900 | 63 |
23 total water systems serve Wise County.
All ZIP Codes in Wise County
11 ZIP codes tracked in Wise County.
| # | ZIP Code | City | Safety Score | Grade | Violations | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 76267 | Slidell | 94 | A | 21 (1 health) | — |
| 2 | 76023 | Boyd | 91 | A | 7 | $282K |
| 3 | 76078 | Rhome | 88 | A | 0 | $279K |
| 4 | 76234 | Decatur | 88 | A | 17 (2 health) | $304K |
| 5 | 76073 | Paradise | 86 | A | 2 | $317K |
| 6 | 76225 | Alvord | 85 | A | 3 | $282K |
| 7 | 76426 | Bridgeport | 82 | B | 11 (2 health) | $258K |
| 8 | 76071 | Newark | 76 | B | 63 | $287K |
| 9 | 76246 | Greenwood | 66 | C | 0 | — |
| 10 | 76270 | Sunset | 66 | C | 0 | $243K |
| 11 | 76431 | Chico | 57 | C | 108 (20 health) | $187K |
Recommended Buyer Guides for Wise County
Strictly editorial — no paid placements influence which guides appear; the selection draws on NSF certifications and EPA detection records for water systems serving this county.
- 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 Wise County, Texas
Overview
Wise County in Texas covers 11 ZIP codes with an average Home Safety Score of B (80/100).
8 of 11 ZIP codes have recorded EPA violations. 25 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.