Jewell County, Kansas
6 ZIP codes · Avg score 56/100 · Grade C · Updated 2026-07-19
ZipCheckup grade for Jewell: C.
A mixed picture - some signals here are worth your attention.
Within Jewell County, 6 tracked ZIP codes reveal moderate water quality - national standards are generally met, with some documented exceptions.
How Jewell County Compares
How Jewell County Compares
Jewell 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: 2026-07-19
ZIP Code Risk Map
Water Quality Map: Jewell County, Kansas
Each dot represents a ZIP code. Color indicates water quality grade. Tap a dot for details.
Key Risk Factors
Health risk index: 16.4 (asthma 10.1%, diabetes 15.8%)
Estimated additional annual cost per homeowner: $1,128, driven primarily by water_infra
Infrastructure: 0.587% avg pipe failure probability, 50% of ZIPs at high risk
89.2% of homes built before 1978 (lead paint era)
Violation History (2021–2025)
→ Stable trendEPA violation counts by year across Jewell County water systems. Health-based shown in red, total in blue.
Peak year: 2022 with 14 violations. Past 5 years: 46 total (42 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: $1,128
Bar widths proportional to share of total annual risk cost. Source: compound risk model (FEMA, EPA, USGS).
Housing Age Distribution
1,499 housing units in Jewell 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 Jewell County
Water safety remediation is a moderate expense relative to home values. Most homeowners can address issues through staged improvements over time.
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 Jewell County residents
Black markers = national averages. Red = above national avg. Green = below. Source: CDC PLACES, Census ACS.
Water systems serving Jewell County
8 community water systems serving Jewell County.
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- C
- D
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Show all 8 water systems
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- C
Systems with the most violations in Jewell County
5 water systems with recorded EPA violations.
- F
- D
- C
- C
- C
All ZIP Codes in Jewell County
6 ZIP codes tracked in Jewell County.
| # | ZIP Code | City | Safety Score | Grade | Violations | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 66936 | Burr Oak | 65 | C | 3 (1 health) | $85K |
| 2 | 66941 | Esbon | 64 | C | 5 | $113K |
| 3 | 66942 | Formoso | 64 | C | 1 | — |
| 4 | 66956 | Mankato | 64 | C | 4 | $59K |
| 5 | 66949 | Jewell | 43 | D | 22 (15 health) | $73K |
| 6 | 66963 | Randall | 33 | F | 28 (18 health) | $30K |
Recommended Buyer Guides for Jewell County
Independent picks. EPA-grounded. Matched here.
- Best Lead Paint Test Kits — 89.2% 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 Jewell County, Kansas
Overview
Jewell County in Kansas covers 6 ZIP codes with an average Home Safety Score of C (56/100).
6 of 6 ZIP codes have recorded EPA violations. 34 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.