Ellis County, Kansas
7 ZIP codes · Avg score 51/100 · Grade D · Updated 2026-06-03
Systems across Ellis County's 7 ZIP codes show elevated violation counts — the county's low safety grade reflects that ongoing compliance pattern.
How Ellis County Compares
How Ellis County Compares
Ellis County scores 13 points below the Kansas state average (64/100) and 17 points below the national average (68/100).
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-03
ZIP Code Risk Map
Water Quality Map: Ellis County, Kansas
Each dot represents a ZIP code. Color indicates water quality grade. Tap a dot for details.
Key Risk Factors
Health risk index: 12.2 (asthma 9.9%, diabetes 9.8%)
Estimated additional annual cost per homeowner: $853, driven primarily by water_lead
Infrastructure: 0.439% avg pipe failure probability, 71% of ZIPs at high risk
75.4% of homes built before 1978 (lead paint era)
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: $853
Bar widths proportional to share of total annual risk cost. Source: compound risk model (FEMA, EPA, USGS).
Housing Age Distribution
13,286 housing units in Ellis 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 Ellis County
Remediation costs are relatively manageable for most homeowners in Ellis 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 Ellis 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 Ellis County ranked by EPA violation count.
| # | Water System | Population | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Trego Company Rwd 2 | 1,500 | 16 |
| 2 | Ellis Company Rwd 6 | 383 | 13 |
| 3 | Ellis Company Rwd 1c | 340 | 12 |
| 4 | SCHOENCHEN, CITY OF | 173 | 12 |
| 5 | City of Hays, | 21,040 | 9 |
10 total water systems serve Ellis County.
All ZIP Codes in Ellis County
7 ZIP codes tracked in Ellis County.
| # | ZIP Code | City | Safety Score | Grade | Violations | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 67637 | Ellis | 67 | C | 3 | $161K |
| 2 | 67671 | Victoria | 67 | C | 4 | $174K |
| 3 | 67667 | Schoenchen | 53 | D | 12 | $151K |
| 4 | 67601 | Hays | 48 | D | 9 | $221K |
| 5 | 67627 | Catharine | 40 | D | 0 | $255K |
| 6 | 67660 | Pfeifer | 40 | D | 0 | $168K |
| 7 | 67674 | Walker | 40 | D | 0 | $167K |
Recommended Buyer Guides for Ellis County
Where county records show a lead exceedance or pre-1978 housing concentration, lead-specific filters and test kits move toward the top of the list.
- Best Lead Paint Test Kits — 75.4% of homes built before 1978
- Best Radon Test Kits — EPA Radon Zone 1 (highest risk) dominant in county
Deep Dive Reports
Detailed analysis for Ellis County, Kansas
Overview
Ellis County in Kansas covers 7 ZIP codes with an average Home Safety Score of D (51/100).
4 of 7 ZIP codes have recorded EPA violations. All violations are monitoring/reporting type.
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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.
What You Can Do
Ellis County has a grade of D. Here are steps to protect your household.
Test your tap water
Order a certified lab test kit ($20-$50) to check for lead, bacteria, and other contaminants specific to your ZIP code.
Consider a certified water filter
NSF-certified filters can remove most common contaminants. Match the filter to your test results for best protection. Try our filter matcher
Contact your water utility
Request the latest Consumer Confidence Report (CCR) from your water provider. It details exactly what was found in your water supply.
Check for lead in your home
75.4% of homes in this county were built before 1978. Older plumbing and solder can leach lead into drinking water, especially in the morning.