Harvey County, Kansas
7 ZIP codes · Avg score 75/100 · Grade B · Updated 2026-06-03
Based on current EPA data, Harvey County's 7 ZIP codes maintain an above-average drinking water safety record.
How Harvey County Compares
How Harvey County Compares
Harvey County scores 11 points above the Kansas state average (64/100) and 7 points above the national average (68/100).
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-03
ZIP Code Risk Map
Water Quality Map: Harvey County, Kansas
Each dot represents a ZIP code. Color indicates water quality grade. Tap a dot for details.
Key Risk Factors
Health risk index: 13.2 (asthma 10%, diabetes 12.2%)
Estimated additional annual cost per homeowner: $1,326, driven primarily by flood
Infrastructure: 0.38% avg pipe failure probability, 57% of ZIPs at high risk
68.1% 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: $1,326
Bar widths proportional to share of total annual risk cost. Source: compound risk model (FEMA, EPA, USGS).
Housing Age Distribution
14,798 housing units in Harvey 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 Harvey County
Remediation costs are relatively manageable for most homeowners in Harvey 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 Harvey 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 Harvey County ranked by EPA violation count.
| # | Water System | Population | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Harvey Company Rwd 1 | 3,000 | 17 |
| 2 | City of Halstead, | 2,165 | 10 |
| 3 | City of Hesston, | 3,495 | 9 |
| 4 | City of Walton, | 217 | 9 |
| 5 | Midwest Camps, Llc | 340 | 8 |
13 total water systems serve Harvey County.
All ZIP Codes in Harvey County
7 ZIP codes tracked in Harvey County.
| # | ZIP Code | City | Safety Score | Grade | Violations | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 67062 | Hesston | 83 | B | 0 | $190K |
| 2 | 67117 | North Newton | 83 | B | 0 | $203K |
| 3 | 67522 | Buhler | 83 | B | 0 | $143K |
| 4 | 67151 | Walton | 76 | B | 9 | $303K |
| 5 | 67020 | Burrton | 73 | B | 2 | $117K |
| 6 | 67114 | Newton | 73 | B | 0 | $165K |
| 7 | 67056 | Halstead | 54 | D | 8 | $171K |
Recommended Buyer Guides for Harvey County
Editorial methodology pairs each documented risk in this county with the buyer category that addresses it, drawing on water-quality detections, housing-stock lead exposure, EPA Radon Zone designation, and FEMA flood and wildfire ratings. NSF-certified options surface where applicable, and products that match the specific contaminant take priority.
- Best Lead Paint Test Kits — 68.1% of homes built before 1978
- 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 Harvey County, Kansas
Overview
Harvey County in Kansas covers 7 ZIP codes with an average Home Safety Score of B (75/100).
3 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.