Bourbon County, Kansas
6 ZIP codes · Avg score 68/100 · Grade C · Updated 2026-06-03
Within Bourbon County, safety data across 6 ZIP codes suggests a fair but uneven system — violations are present and worth checking at the ZIP level.
How Bourbon County Compares
How Bourbon County Compares
Bourbon County scores 4 points above the Kansas state average (64/100) and 0 points above the national average (68/100).
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-03
ZIP Code Risk Map
Water Quality Map: Bourbon County, Kansas
Each dot represents a ZIP code. Color indicates water quality grade. Tap a dot for details.
Key Risk Factors
Health risk index: 14.3 (asthma 10.4%, diabetes 12.7%)
Estimated additional annual cost per homeowner: $782, driven primarily by water_lead
Infrastructure: 0.433% avg pipe failure probability, 50% of ZIPs at high risk
73.2% of homes built before 1978 (lead paint era)
Violation History (2023–2024)
→ Stable trendEPA violation counts by year across Bourbon County water systems. Health-based shown in red, total in blue.
Peak year: 2023 with 4 violations. Past 5 years: 8 total (8 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: $782
Bar widths proportional to share of total annual risk cost. Source: compound risk model (FEMA, EPA, USGS).
Housing Age Distribution
6,656 housing units in Bourbon 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 Bourbon County
Remediation costs are relatively manageable for most homeowners in Bourbon 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 Bourbon 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 Bourbon County ranked by EPA violation count.
| # | Water System | Population | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Bourbon Company Rwd 2c | 7,050 | 21 |
| 2 | Bourbon Company Rwd 4 | 1,161 | 19 |
| 3 | City of Bronson, | 305 | 15 |
| 4 | City of Fort Scott, | 7,513 | 4 |
| 5 | City of Fulton, | 165 | 2 |
6 total water systems serve Bourbon County.
All ZIP Codes in Bourbon County
6 ZIP codes tracked in Bourbon County.
| # | ZIP Code | City | Safety Score | Grade | Violations | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 66779 | Uniontown | 83 | B | 0 | $79K |
| 2 | 66738 | Fulton | 82 | B | 2 | — |
| 3 | 66716 | Bronson | 74 | B | 15 (4 health) | $58K |
| 4 | 66701 | Fort Scott | 64 | C | 4 | $108K |
| 5 | 66754 | Mapleton | 53 | D | 0 | $113K |
| 6 | 66769 | Redfield | 53 | D | 0 | $125K |
Recommended Buyer Guides for Bourbon County
Editorial-only picks, screened against the EPA detections on file.
- Best Lead Paint Test Kits — 73.2% of homes built before 1978
- Best Under-Sink Reverse Osmosis Systems — Multi-contaminant removal at the kitchen tap
Deep Dive Reports
Detailed analysis for Bourbon County, Kansas
Overview
Bourbon County in Kansas covers 6 ZIP codes with an average Home Safety Score of C (68/100).
3 of 6 ZIP codes have recorded EPA violations. 4 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.