COUNTY REPORT KS

Hodgeman County, Kansas

2 ZIP codes · Avg score 62/100 · Grade C · Updated 2026-06-03

Hodgeman County shows moderate water quality across its 2 ZIP codes — some areas carry violations worth monitoring.

How Hodgeman County Compares

Hodgeman County62/100
Kansas avg64/100
National avg68/100

How Hodgeman County Compares

C
County Grade
62/100
Avg Safety Score
2
ZIP Codes
2
Water Systems

Hodgeman County scores 2 points below the Kansas state average (64/100) and 6 points below the national average (68/100).

Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-03

C
County Grade
62
Avg Safety Score
2
ZIP Codes
Best ZIP: 67854 (64/100)
Lowest ZIP: 67849 (60/100)
$86K
Median Home Value
$1,200
Avg Remediation (140% of home value)

Key Risk Factors

Health risk index: 13.2 (asthma 9.5%, diabetes 11.5%)

Estimated additional annual cost per homeowner: $670, driven primarily by water_lead

Infrastructure: 0.44% avg pipe failure probability, 100% of ZIPs at high risk

81.5% of homes built before 1978 (lead paint era)

County Health Indicators vs National Average

Asthma 9.5% (national: 8.9%)
Diabetes 11.5% (national: 10.5%)
Obesity 36.5% (national: 32.4%)

Black markers indicate national averages. Source: CDC PLACES, Census ACS.

Infrastructure Overview

1955
Median Build Year
81.5%
Pre-1978 Housing
44%
Pipe Failure Probability
100%
ZIPs at High Infra Risk
High
Lead Pipe Risk

Sources: Census ACS (housing age), EPA SDWIS (infrastructure risk model), state bridge inspection data.

Compound Risk Breakdown

Estimated additional annual cost per homeowner: $670

Water / Lead $400/yr
Energy Code Gap $270/yr

Bar widths proportional to share of total annual risk cost. Source: compound risk model (FEMA, EPA, USGS).

Housing Age Distribution

730 housing units in Hodgeman County

Pre-1940 31%
1940–1959 25%
1960–1979 20%
1980–1999 17%
2000+ 7%

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 Hodgeman County

$86K
Median Home Value
$1,200
Est. Remediation Cost
1.4%
of Home Value
Remediation as % of home value low burden

Remediation costs are relatively manageable for most homeowners in Hodgeman 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 Hodgeman County residents

Asthma 9.5% (US avg: 8.9%)
Diabetes 11.5% (US avg: 11%)
Obesity 36.5% (US avg: 32.4%)

Black markers = national averages. Red = above national avg. Green = below. Source: CDC PLACES, Census ACS.

All ZIP Codes in Hodgeman County

2 ZIP codes tracked in Hodgeman County.

# ZIP Code City Safety Score Grade Violations Home Value
1 67854 Jetmore 64 C 1 $88K
2 67849 Hanston 60 C 3 $84K

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Overview

Hodgeman County in Kansas covers 2 ZIP codes with an average Home Safety Score of C (62/100).

2 of 2 ZIP codes have recorded EPA violations. All violations are monitoring/reporting type.

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Data Sources

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is water safe in Hodgeman County?
Hodgeman County receives a grade of C. Some ZIP codes have recorded violations and residents in affected areas may want to test their water.
How many water systems serve Hodgeman County?
Hodgeman County is served by 2 public water systems that supply drinking water to residents across 2 ZIP codes.
What is the biggest environmental risk in Hodgeman County?
The primary environmental risk factor in Hodgeman County is water_lead. This contributes to an estimated additional annual cost of $670 per homeowner.
How old are homes in Hodgeman County?
The median home build year in Hodgeman County is 1955. 81.5% of homes were built before 1978, which means they may contain lead-based paint and older plumbing materials.
How does Hodgeman County compare to Kansas?
Hodgeman County has an average water safety score of 62/100, which is below the Kansas state average of 64/100.

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