Morton County, Kansas
3 ZIP codes · Avg score 73/100 · Grade B · Updated 2026-07-16
ZipCheckup grade for Morton: B.
This ZIP looks solid, with a few items worth a quick check.
Based on current EPA data, Morton County's 3 ZIP codes maintain an above-average drinking water safety record.
How Morton County Compares
How Morton County Compares
Morton County scores 9 points above the Kansas state average (64/100) and 5 points above the national average (68/100).
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-07-16
Key Risk Factors
Health risk index: 14.5 (asthma 10%, diabetes 14%)
Estimated additional annual cost per homeowner: $920, driven primarily by water_infra
Infrastructure: 0.513% avg pipe failure probability, 100% of ZIPs at high risk
85% 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: $920
Bar widths proportional to share of total annual risk cost. Source: compound risk model (FEMA, EPA, USGS).
Housing Age Distribution
1,352 housing units in Morton 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 Morton County
Remediation costs are relatively manageable for most homeowners in Morton 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 Morton County residents
Black markers = national averages. Red = above national avg. Green = below. Source: CDC PLACES, Census ACS.
Water systems serving Morton County
2 community water systems serving Morton County.
- B
- B
All ZIP Codes in Morton County
3 ZIP codes tracked in Morton County.
| # | ZIP Code | City | Safety Score | Grade | Violations | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 67950 | Elkhart | 83 | B | 0 | $100K |
| 2 | 67954 | Rolla | 83 | B | 0 | $78K |
| 3 | 67953 | Richfield | 53 | D | 0 | $59K |
Recommended Buyer Guides for Morton 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 — 85% of homes built before 1978
Overview
Morton County in Kansas covers 3 ZIP codes with an average Home Safety Score of B (73/100).
No EPA violations are recorded for the tracked water systems in Morton County as of the latest reporting period.
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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.