Le Roy, KS Water Safety: 53/100 (2026)
1 ZIP code · 1 water system · Updated 2026-06-03
Within Le Roy, water quality data indicates below-average safety by KS standards — independent testing is a reasonable precaution for residents whose systems show active violations.
How Le Roy Compares
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-03
What You Should Know About Le Roy Water
- Homes built before 1986: 60% — older plumbing may contain lead solder.
- Estimated remediation: $400 per household.
- CDC health risk index: 14.28 — above typical levels.
Who Supplies Your Water in Le Roy
Federal drinking water records identify 1 system operating in Le Roy, KS. One of those systems serves the overwhelming majority of residential addresses, concentrating infrastructure management, rate authority, and EPA compliance reporting within a single organization.
Overview
We track water quality and home safety data for 1 ZIP code in Le Roy, Kansas, covering 1 community water system serving approximately 807 people.
No EPA violations recorded across any ZIP codes in Le Roy — an excellent indicator of water quality.
Home Safety Score
Average Home Safety Score for Le Roy: D (53/100)
The score combines three factors:
| Factor | What It Measures |
|---|---|
| Water Quality | EPA violations and compliance history |
| Lead Levels | 90th percentile lead concentration vs EPA action level |
| Radon Risk | EPA radon zone classification |
Water Sources
Le Roy water systems draw from: Surface water.
Lead & Copper
- Lead data: not yet available for Le Roy
- 0 ZIP codes exceed the EPA lead action level
Radon Risk
Dominant radon zone: Zone 2 (Moderate Risk)
The EPA recommends testing homes in Zone 1 and Zone 2 areas for radon.
Areas with No Violations
| ZIP Code | Safety Score | System | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| 66857 | D | ANDERSON CO RWD 4 | 1,200 |
All ZIP Codes in Le Roy
- 66857 [D]
Data Sources
- Water quality: EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS)
- Lead/copper: EPA Lead and Copper Rule sampling data
- Radon: EPA Map of Radon Zones
Updated daily.
Health Outcomes in Le Roy
Source: CDC PLACES (County-level estimates). Water contamination can correlate with respiratory and chronic health conditions.
Compared to National Average
Vertical line = national average. ■ Above national · ■ Below national
Housing & Infrastructure in Le Roy
With 60% of homes built before 1986, lead solder in plumbing is a potential concern. The EPA banned lead solder in 1986, but many older homes retain original plumbing.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS).
Housing Age Profile
Because the majority of Le Roy's housing predates 1986, when lead solder was banned from new plumbing, the median build year of 1976 reflects a city where lead-era plumbing materials are common rather than exceptional.
Over half of homes in Le Roy were built before 1986, when lead solder was banned. Older plumbing may leach lead into drinking water, especially with corrosive water chemistry.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS B25034.
Cost Context: What Remediation Means for Le Roy Homeowners
Equity impact data for Le Roy lands in the favorable tier — remediation claims a small slice of what properties here are worth.
Remediation costs in Le Roy are relatively low compared to home values. The $0–$800 estimated range is a small fraction of median property value. Home values are 35% below the Kansas average.
Lead Exposure Risk for Children in Le Roy
Why children are most at risk: The CDC states there is no safe level of lead exposure for children. Children under 6 absorb lead more readily than adults, and even low levels can cause developmental delays, learning difficulties, and behavioral problems.
When older housing represents 60% of the local inventory or aggregate readings approach the federal action level, an in-home check becomes the standard way to translate citywide averages into the specific reality of an individual Le Roy address.
Sources: EPA Lead and Copper Rule, U.S. Census Bureau ACS, CDC childhood lead poisoning prevention guidelines.
What You Can Do in Le Roy
- Test your water at home. City-level data shows averages — your tap may differ. NSF-certified test kits cost $20-40 and give results in days.
- Install a certified water filter. An NSF-certified pitcher or under-sink filter removes most common contaminants.
- Check your home's plumbing. With 60% of homes built before 1986, lead solder is a real possibility.
- Review your water system's CCR. Your utility publishes an annual Consumer Confidence Report with detailed test results. Request it or find it online.
Deep Dive Reports
Detailed analysis for Le Roy, KS