Barton County, Kansas
6 ZIP codes · Avg score 60/100 · Grade C · Updated 2026-06-03
Compared to top-scoring counties, Barton County's 6 ZIP codes land in the middle tier — some meet standards cleanly, others carry documented violations, and the gap between the best and worst areas is wider than average.
How Barton County Compares
How Barton County Compares
Barton County scores 4 points below the Kansas state average (64/100) and 8 points below the national average (68/100).
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-03
ZIP Code Risk Map
Water Quality Map: Barton County, Kansas
Each dot represents a ZIP code. Color indicates water quality grade. Tap a dot for details.
Key Risk Factors
Health risk index: 14.4 (asthma 10.1%, diabetes 13.4%)
Estimated additional annual cost per homeowner: $1,445, driven primarily by flood
Infrastructure: 0.473% avg pipe failure probability, 100% of ZIPs at high risk
86.2% of homes built before 1978 (lead paint era)
Violation History (2021–2024)
↑ Worsening trendEPA violation counts by year across Barton County water systems. Health-based shown in red, total in blue.
Peak year: 2023 with 2 violations. Past 5 years: 5 total (5 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: $1,445
Bar widths proportional to share of total annual risk cost. Source: compound risk model (FEMA, EPA, USGS).
Housing Age Distribution
12,153 housing units in Barton 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 Barton County
Remediation costs are relatively manageable for most homeowners in Barton 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 Barton 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 Barton County ranked by EPA violation count.
| # | Water System | Population | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | City of Ellinwood, | 1,989 | 49 |
| 2 | Sundowner, Inc. | 220 | 49 |
| 3 | City of Hoisington, | 2,657 | 14 |
| 4 | Barton Hills Addition | 176 | 14 |
| 5 | City of Great Bend, | 14,580 | 10 |
10 total water systems serve Barton County.
All ZIP Codes in Barton County
6 ZIP codes tracked in Barton County.
| # | ZIP Code | City | Safety Score | Grade | Violations | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 67511 | Albert | 67 | C | 4 | $91K |
| 2 | 67544 | Hoisington | 67 | C | 4 | $79K |
| 3 | 67526 | Ellinwood | 64 | C | 49 (1 health) | $104K |
| 4 | 67564 | Olmitz | 64 | C | 2 | $123K |
| 5 | 67525 | Claflin | 52 | D | 4 | $151K |
| 6 | 67530 | Great Bend | 47 | D | 10 (5 health) | $123K |
Recommended Buyer Guides for Barton County
Four sources — EPA, NSF, FEMA, CDC — drive the match.
- Best Lead Paint Test Kits — 86.2% of homes built before 1978
- Best Under-Sink Reverse Osmosis Systems — Multi-contaminant removal at the kitchen tap
- Best Radon Test Kits — EPA Radon Zone 1 (highest risk) dominant in county
- 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 Barton County, Kansas
Overview
Barton County in Kansas covers 6 ZIP codes with an average Home Safety Score of C (60/100).
6 of 6 ZIP codes have recorded EPA violations. 6 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.