Ford County, Kansas
6 ZIP codes · Avg score 56/100 · Grade C · Updated 2026-06-03
The systems supplying Ford County's 6 ZIP codes vary in performance — most meet minimum standards, but violations in select areas are on record.
How Ford County Compares
How Ford County Compares
Ford County scores 8 points below the Kansas state average (64/100) and 12 points below the national average (68/100).
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-03
ZIP Code Risk Map
Water Quality Map: Ford County, Kansas
Each dot represents a ZIP code. Color indicates water quality grade. Tap a dot for details.
Key Risk Factors
Health risk index: 12.8 (asthma 9.3%, diabetes 13.1%)
Estimated additional annual cost per homeowner: $740, driven primarily by flood
Infrastructure: 0.447% avg pipe failure probability, 33% of ZIPs at high risk
78.3% of homes built before 1978 (lead paint era)
Violation History (2021–2025)
↓ Improving trendEPA violation counts by year across Ford County water systems. Health-based shown in red, total in blue.
Peak year: 2023 with 6 violations. Past 5 years: 18 total (18 health-based). Health-based violations are declining versus the prior 2-year window.
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: $740
Bar widths proportional to share of total annual risk cost. Source: compound risk model (FEMA, EPA, USGS).
Housing Age Distribution
12,511 housing units in Ford 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 Ford County
Remediation costs are relatively manageable for most homeowners in Ford 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 Ford 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 Ford County ranked by EPA violation count.
| # | Water System | Population | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | City of Ford, | 204 | 35 |
| 2 | City of Dodge City, | 27,104 | 2 |
| 3 | City of Spearville, | 796 | 2 |
| 4 | City of Bucklin, | 771 | 1 |
| 5 | Kansas Soldiers Home | 130 | 0 |
All ZIP Codes in Ford County
6 ZIP codes tracked in Ford County.
| # | ZIP Code | City | Safety Score | Grade | Violations | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 67834 | Bucklin | 65 | C | 1 (1 health) | $96K |
| 2 | 67843 | Fort Dodge | 63 | C | 0 | — |
| 3 | 67876 | Spearville | 62 | C | 2 | $172K |
| 4 | 67801 | Dodge City | 59 | C | 2 (1 health) | $129K |
| 5 | 67842 | Ford | 45 | D | 35 (18 health) | $166K |
| 6 | 67882 | Wright | 40 | D | 0 | $221K |
Recommended Buyer Guides for Ford County
Federal and certification sources drive the ordering: EPA monitoring data, NSF certifications, FEMA flood maps, and CDC lead guidance — guides surface only when county data warrants them.
- Best Lead Paint Test Kits — 78.3% 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 Ford County, Kansas
Overview
Ford County in Kansas covers 6 ZIP codes with an average Home Safety Score of C (56/100).
4 of 6 ZIP codes have recorded EPA violations. 20 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.