Yoakum County, Texas
2 ZIP codes · Avg score 74/100 · Grade B · Updated 2026-06-03
Although county size varies, Yoakum County's 2 ZIP codes share reliably safe tap water records and above-average compliance scores.
How Yoakum County Compares
How Yoakum County Compares
Yoakum County scores 8 points below the Texas state average (82/100) and 6 points above the national average (68/100).
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-03
Key Risk Factors
Health risk index: 12.3 (asthma 9.2%, diabetes 13.5%)
Estimated additional annual cost per homeowner: $1,109, driven primarily by flood
Infrastructure: 0.375% avg pipe failure probability, 50% of ZIPs at high risk
56.5% of homes built before 1978 (lead paint era)
Violation History (2022–2025)
→ Stable trendEPA violation counts by year across Yoakum County water systems. Health-based shown in red, total in blue.
Peak year: 2023 with 6 violations. Past 5 years: 15 total (15 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: $1,109
Bar widths proportional to share of total annual risk cost. Source: compound risk model (FEMA, EPA, USGS).
Housing Age Distribution
3,420 housing units in Yoakum 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 Yoakum County
Remediation costs are relatively manageable for most homeowners in Yoakum 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 Yoakum County residents
Black markers = national averages. Red = above national avg. Green = below. Source: CDC PLACES, Census ACS.
All ZIP Codes in Yoakum County
2 ZIP codes tracked in Yoakum County.
| # | ZIP Code | City | Safety Score | Grade | Violations | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 79323 | Denver City | 78 | B | 2 | $191K |
| 2 | 79355 | Plains | 70 | B | 19 (19 health) | $118K |
Recommended Buyer Guides for Yoakum 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 Lead Paint Test Kits — 56.5% of homes built before 1978
- 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
Overview
Yoakum County in Texas covers 2 ZIP codes with an average Home Safety Score of B (74/100).
2 of 2 ZIP codes have recorded EPA violations. 19 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.