Lincoln County, Kansas
4 ZIP codes · Avg score 51/100 · Grade D · Updated 2026-06-03
Compared to state averages, Lincoln County scores below the baseline — health violations appear more frequently than the norm across its 4 ZIP codes.
How Lincoln County Compares
How Lincoln County Compares
Lincoln County scores 13 points below the Kansas state average (64/100) and 17 points below the national average (68/100).
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-03
Key Risk Factors
Health risk index: 15.5 (asthma 10.1%, diabetes 14.2%)
Estimated additional annual cost per homeowner: $833, driven primarily by water_lead
Infrastructure: 0.565% avg pipe failure probability, 50% of ZIPs at high risk
88% of homes built before 1978 (lead paint era)
Violation History (2021–2025)
↑ Worsening trendEPA violation counts by year across Lincoln County water systems. Health-based shown in red, total in blue.
Peak year: 2021 with 16 violations. Past 5 years: 47 total (47 health-based). Health-based violations are rising versus the prior 2-year window — worth closer monitoring.
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: $833
Bar widths proportional to share of total annual risk cost. Source: compound risk model (FEMA, EPA, USGS).
Housing Age Distribution
1,671 housing units in Lincoln 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 Lincoln County
Remediation costs are relatively manageable for most homeowners in Lincoln 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 Lincoln 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 Lincoln County ranked by EPA violation count.
| # | Water System | Population | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ellsworth Company Rwd 1 | 3,128 | 32 |
| 2 | City of Beverly, | 135 | 19 |
| 3 | City of Beloit, | 3,407 | 13 |
| 4 | City of Barnard, | 57 | 13 |
| 5 | Mitchell Company Rwd 2 | 873 | 0 |
7 total water systems serve Lincoln County.
All ZIP Codes in Lincoln County
4 ZIP codes tracked in Lincoln County.
| # | ZIP Code | City | Safety Score | Grade | Violations | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 67455 | Lincoln | 70 | B | 0 | $66K |
| 2 | 67481 | Sylvan Grove | 66 | C | 0 | $116K |
| 3 | 67418 | Barnard | 39 | F | 13 (7 health) | — |
| 4 | 67423 | Beverly | 28 | F | 19 (11 health) | $93K |
Recommended Buyer Guides for Lincoln 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 — 88% 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
Lincoln County in Kansas covers 4 ZIP codes with an average Home Safety Score of D (51/100).
2 of 4 ZIP codes have recorded EPA violations. 18 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
Lincoln County has a grade of D. 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
88% of homes in this county were built before 1978. Older plumbing and solder can leach lead into drinking water, especially in the morning.