Gray County, Kansas
5 ZIP codes · Avg score 55/100 · Grade C · Updated 2026-07-19
ZipCheckup grade for Gray: C.
A mixed picture - some signals here are worth your attention.
Water safety in Gray County is uneven - some of its 5 ZIP codes meet standards cleanly while others carry documented violations.
How Gray County Compares
How Gray County Compares
Gray County scores 9 points below the Kansas state average (64/100) and 13 points below the national average (68/100).
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-07-19
ZIP Code Risk Map
Water Quality Map: Gray County, Kansas
Each dot represents a ZIP code. Color indicates water quality grade. Tap a dot for details.
Key Risk Factors
Health risk index: 13.3 (asthma 10.2%, diabetes 11.2%)
Estimated additional annual cost per homeowner: $476, driven primarily by water_infra
Infrastructure: 0.438% avg pipe failure probability, 80% of ZIPs at high risk
69.2% of homes built before 1978 (lead paint era)
Violation History (2021–2025)
→ Stable trendEPA violation counts by year across Gray County water systems. Health-based shown in red, total in blue.
Peak year: 2023 with 4 violations. Past 5 years: 15 total (15 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: $476
Bar widths proportional to share of total annual risk cost. Source: compound risk model (FEMA, EPA, USGS).
Housing Age Distribution
2,612 housing units in Gray 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 Gray County
Remediation costs are relatively manageable for most homeowners in Gray 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 Gray County residents
Black markers = national averages. Red = above national avg. Green = below. Source: CDC PLACES, Census ACS.
Water systems serving Gray County
5 community water systems serving Gray County.
- C
- C
- F
- D
- C
Systems with the most violations in Gray County
4 water systems with recorded EPA violations.
- F
- D
- C
- C
All ZIP Codes in Gray County
5 ZIP codes tracked in Gray County.
| # | ZIP Code | City | Safety Score | Grade | Violations | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 67867 | Montezuma | 66 | C | 0 | $172K |
| 2 | 67835 | Cimarron | 63 | C | 4 | $179K |
| 3 | 67841 | Ensign | 61 | C | 4 | $138K |
| 4 | 67853 | Ingalls | 51 | D | 10 | $141K |
| 5 | 67837 | Copeland | 33 | F | 30 (17 health) | $246K |
Recommended Buyer Guides for Gray County
Independent picks. EPA-grounded. Matched here.
- Best Lead Paint Test Kits — 69.2% 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
Deep Dive Reports
Detailed analysis for Gray County, Kansas
Overview
Gray County in Kansas covers 5 ZIP codes with an average Home Safety Score of C (55/100).
4 of 5 ZIP codes have recorded EPA violations. 17 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.