Greeley County, Kansas
1 ZIP code · Avg score 22/100 · Grade F · Updated 2026-06-03
For households across Greeley County's 1 ZIP code, below-average water safety data and recurring health violations make local monitoring worthwhile — checking the specific system serving an address is the most actionable starting point.
How Greeley County Compares
How Greeley County Compares
Greeley County scores 42 points below the Kansas state average (64/100) and 46 points below the national average (68/100).
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-03
Key Risk Factors
Health risk index: 13.1 (asthma 9.6%, diabetes 11.7%)
Estimated additional annual cost per homeowner: $670, driven primarily by water_lead
Infrastructure: 0.57% avg pipe failure probability, 100% of ZIPs at high risk
83% of homes built before 1978 (lead paint era)
Violation History (2023–2025)
→ Stable trendEPA violation counts by year across Greeley County water systems. Health-based shown in red, total in blue.
Peak year: 2023 with 4 violations. Past 5 years: 10 total (10 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: $670
Bar widths proportional to share of total annual risk cost. Source: compound risk model (FEMA, EPA, USGS).
Housing Age Distribution
631 housing units in Greeley 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 Greeley County
Remediation costs are relatively manageable for most homeowners in Greeley 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 Greeley County residents
Black markers = national averages. Red = above national avg. Green = below. Source: CDC PLACES, Census ACS.
All ZIP Codes in Greeley County
1 ZIP code tracked in Greeley County.
| # | ZIP Code | City | Safety Score | Grade | Violations | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 67879 | Tribune | 22 | F | 19 (10 health) | $108K |
Recommended Buyer Guides for Greeley County
If FEMA records flag flood-top-risk status or EPA samples show PFAS exceedances, the matching logic lifts emergency-water and PFAS-rated filtration into the recommendations — federal data drives the order, not retailer arrangements.
- Best Lead Paint Test Kits — 83% 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
Overview
Greeley County in Kansas covers 1 ZIP code with an average Home Safety Score of F (22/100).
1 of 1 ZIP code have recorded EPA violations. 10 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.
What You Can Do
Greeley County has a grade of F. 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
83% of homes in this county were built before 1978. Older plumbing and solder can leach lead into drinking water, especially in the morning.