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Kenner, LA Home Safety: Home Safety 100/100

Name: Water Quality Data for Kenner, LA
Creator: ZipCheckup
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5 ZIP codes · 1 water system · Updated

ZipCheckup grade for Kenner: A.

No federal data flags a major home-safety concern for this ZIP.

Unlike many cities its size in LA, Kenner keeps health-based violation rates low - systems here score at or above the state average for tap water safety, with no systemic concerns flagged in the current data set.

How Kenner Compares

Kenner100/100

Louisiana avg92/100

National avg73/100

Data: EPA SDWIS

ZIP Codes

Water Systems

ZIPs with Violations

A · 100

Avg Safety Score

$256K

Median Home Value

$1,900

Est. Remediation (0.7% of home value)

Key Facts for Kenner Residents

Average lead level: 0.0027 mg/L.
Estimated remediation: $1,900 per household.
CDC health risk index: 14.75 - above typical levels.

Kenner's Water Providers

Most residential addresses in Kenner, LA are served by a single water utility - the dominant system among the 1 provider tracked in federal data.

E Jefferson Ww District 1
Serves ~275,163 people

A

Overview

We track home safety data for 5 ZIP codes in Kenner, Louisiana (population ~66,744), covering 1 community water system serving approximately 275,163 people region-wide. The EPA snapshots used for this build directly map water systems to 2 of 5 ZIP codes.

The available EPA record reports 0 violations for 2 ZIP codes with a reported violation count.

Home Safety Score

Average Home Safety Score for Kenner: A (100/100)

Model 4.0.0 uses four measured components across three equally weighted domains. If a required domain is unavailable, no score is published:

Factor	What It Measures
Water Quality	EPA violations and compliance history
PFAS MCL Screen	UCMR 5 testing against the covered federal MCLs
Radon Risk	EPA radon zone classification
Annual AQI	EPA AirData county-year median with at least 90 observed days

Water Sources

Kenner water systems draw from: Surface water.

Lead & Copper

Average lead level (90th percentile): 0.0027 mg/L (EPA action level: 0.015 mg/L)
0 of 2 ZIP codes with known status exceed the EPA lead action level

Areas with No Violations

ZIP Code	Safety Score	System	Population
70062	A	E Jefferson Ww District 1	275,163
70065	A	E Jefferson Ww District 1	275,163

All ZIP Codes in Kenner

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

Reporting periods vary by source. Missing data is shown as unavailable, not as zero.

Kenner Community Health Snapshot

9.8%

Asthma (US: 9.8%)

16.2%

Diabetes (US: 10.4%)

17.7%

Poor Mental Health (US: 14.8%)

Source: CDC PLACES (County-level estimates). Water contamination can correlate with respiratory and chronic health conditions.

Compared to National Average

Asthma 9.8% ↓

Diabetes 16.2% ↑

Mental Health 17.7% ↑

Vertical line = national average. ■ Above national · ■ Below national

How Remediation Costs Compare in Kenner

In Kenner, property values comfortably outpace what documented remediation typically costs - the equity share is proportionally low.

Median Home Value

$255,800

Est. Remediation

$1,900

Remediation as % of home value 0.7%

Remediation costs in Kenner are relatively low compared to home values. The $1,280–$2,840 estimated range is a small fraction of median property value. Home values are 50% above the Louisiana average.

Kenner: Lead Risk & Vulnerable Populations

0.0027

mg/L Avg Lead (Limit: 0.015)

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.

Lead risk in Kenner appears low overall, but individual homes may differ. Testing is the only way to confirm your water's lead content.

Sources: EPA Lead and Copper Rule, U.S. Census Bureau ACS, CDC childhood lead poisoning prevention guidelines.

Kenner: NFIP Claim Records and Water-Quality Context

20,030

Total FEMA Flood Claims

$43,629

Avg Reported Sum With Payment Data

80%

A/V Share of Claim-Record ZIPs

Historical NFIP data for Kenner contains 20,030 flood insurance claims. Among claims with payment data, the average reported building, contents, and ICC component sum is $43,629. Among ZIP codes with claim records, 80% have an A- or V-family dominant rated zone recorded in those historical claims. This is not a complete current FEMA property-map inventory.

How flooding affects water quality: Flood events can introduce sewage, agricultural runoff, and industrial chemicals into water supplies. Even after floodwaters recede, contamination can persist in wells and aging infrastructure. The <strong>$1,900</strong> remediation estimate shown here excludes flood insurance and is not derived from NFIP claim count.

Claim count does not establish current property risk. Check the exact address in FEMA's current map and obtain a property-specific insurance quote when relevant.

Source: historical FEMA National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) claim records. No current FEMA property-map designation is asserted.

Deep Dive Reports

Detailed analysis for Kenner, LA

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Water Quality

EPA violations, contaminant data, and water system grades

0 EPA violations

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Lead Risk

Lead levels, housing age, and pipe risk assessment

0.0027 mg/L avg lead

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Flood Risk

NFIP claim history, recorded rated-zone context, and FEMA property-map guidance

5 monitored ZIP codes

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Air Quality

AQI data, wildfire smoke risk, mold risk, and health tips

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Home Safety

Composite safety score, remediation costs, equity trap analysis

100/100 safety score

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Infrastructure

Water system age, source indicators, and CO/gas safety

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does the Home Safety Score mean for Kenner, LA?

Kenner has an average Home Safety Score of 100/100 (Grade A) under model 4.0.0. The score combines EPA SDWIS identity plus accepted ECHO SDWA lifecycle-based water compliance, the PFAS MCL screen, EPA radon zone, and annual EPA AQI, and is published only when all required domains are observed. The available EPA record reports no violations for ZIP codes with reported counts. Check individual ZIP code reports for component details.

Does Kenner water have lead?

The average 90th-percentile lead level in Kenner is 0.0027 mg/L. This is below the EPA action level of 0.015 mg/L. Lead levels can vary by home - testing is recommended especially in older properties.

How does Kenner compare to Louisiana average?

Kenner has an average Home Safety Score of 100/100, which is above the Louisiana state average of 92/100 for the same model series.

How many water systems serve Kenner?

Kenner is served by 1 public water system across 5 ZIP codes, serving approximately 66,744 people.

How much does it cost to fix water issues in Kenner?

Estimated remediation costs in Kenner average $1,900 per household, ranging from $1,280 to $2,840. Costs include filtration, pipe replacement, radon mitigation, and flood protection.

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