Neosho County, Kansas
8 ZIP codes · Avg score 68/100 · Grade C · Updated 2026-06-03
Water safety in Neosho County is uneven — some of its 8 ZIP codes meet standards cleanly while others carry documented violations.
How Neosho County Compares
How Neosho County Compares
Neosho County scores 4 points above the Kansas state average (64/100) and 0 points above the national average (68/100).
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-03
ZIP Code Risk Map
Water Quality Map: Neosho County, Kansas
Each dot represents a ZIP code. Color indicates water quality grade. Tap a dot for details.
Key Risk Factors
Health risk index: 14.4 (asthma 10.3%, diabetes 12.9%)
Estimated additional annual cost per homeowner: $811, driven primarily by flood
Infrastructure: 0.392% avg pipe failure probability, 50% of ZIPs at high risk
64.1% 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: $811
Bar widths proportional to share of total annual risk cost. Source: compound risk model (FEMA, EPA, USGS).
Housing Age Distribution
7,528 housing units in Neosho 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 Neosho County
Remediation costs are relatively manageable for most homeowners in Neosho 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 Neosho 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 Neosho County ranked by EPA violation count.
| # | Water System | Population | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Neosho Company Rwd 4 | 2,095 | 70 |
| 2 | NEOSHO CO RWD 2 | 1,210 | 65 |
| 3 | Neosho Company Rwd 7 | 625 | 63 |
| 4 | Neosho Company Rwd 1c | 670 | 63 |
| 5 | City of Erie, | 1,037 | 42 |
14 total water systems serve Neosho County.
All ZIP Codes in Neosho County
8 ZIP codes tracked in Neosho County.
| # | ZIP Code | City | Safety Score | Grade | Violations | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 66776 | Thayer | 83 | B | 0 | $123K |
| 2 | 66775 | Stark | 79 | B | 2 | $169K |
| 3 | 66740 | Galesburg | 78 | B | 7 | $214K |
| 4 | 66720 | Chanute | 69 | C | 21 (1 health) | $92K |
| 5 | 66733 | Erie | 64 | C | 42 | $115K |
| 6 | 66771 | Saint Paul | 63 | C | 0 | $104K |
| 7 | 66732 | Elsmore | 53 | D | 0 | $79K |
| 8 | 66772 | Savonburg | 53 | D | 0 | $163K |
Recommended Buyer Guides for Neosho County
Strictly editorial — no paid placements influence which guides appear; the selection draws on NSF certifications and EPA detection records for water systems serving this county.
- Best Lead Paint Test Kits — 64.1% 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 Neosho County, Kansas
Overview
Neosho County in Kansas covers 8 ZIP codes with an average Home Safety Score of C (68/100).
4 of 8 ZIP codes have recorded EPA violations. 1 health-based violation 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.