Russell County, Kansas
8 ZIP codes · Avg score 61/100 · Grade C · Updated 2026-06-04
Unlike top-rated counties, Russell County's 8 ZIP codes carry a fair number of documented violations — chlorine compliance and disinfection byproduct limits are the categories most often cited in recent data.
How Russell County Compares
How Russell County Compares
Russell County scores 3 points below the Kansas state average (64/100) and 7 points below the national average (68/100).
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-04
ZIP Code Risk Map
Water Quality Map: Russell County, Kansas
Each dot represents a ZIP code. Color indicates water quality grade. Tap a dot for details.
Key Risk Factors
Health risk index: 15.6 (asthma 10.5%, diabetes 13.9%)
Estimated additional annual cost per homeowner: $664, driven primarily by water_lead
Infrastructure: 0.498% avg pipe failure probability, 100% of ZIPs at high risk
87.5% of homes built before 1978 (lead paint era)
Violation History (2021–2024)
→ Stable trendEPA violation counts by year across Russell County water systems. Health-based shown in red, total in blue.
Peak year: 2021 with 10 violations. Past 5 years: 13 total (13 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: $664
Bar widths proportional to share of total annual risk cost. Source: compound risk model (FEMA, EPA, USGS).
Housing Age Distribution
3,728 housing units in Russell 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 Russell County
Remediation costs are relatively manageable for most homeowners in Russell 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 Russell 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 Russell County ranked by EPA violation count.
| # | Water System | Population | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Russell Company Rwd 4 | 90 | 21 |
| 2 | Ellsworth Company Rwd 1 | 3,128 | 21 |
| 3 | City of Russell, | 4,388 | 13 |
| 4 | Russell Company Rwd 1 | 44 | 13 |
| 5 | Russell Company Rwd 2 | 30 | 13 |
12 total water systems serve Russell County.
All ZIP Codes in Russell County
8 ZIP codes tracked in Russell County.
| # | ZIP Code | City | Safety Score | Grade | Violations | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 67658 | Paradise | 66 | C | 0 | — |
| 2 | 67673 | Waldo | 65 | C | 1 (1 health) | — |
| 3 | 67626 | Bunker Hill | 62 | C | 8 (3 health) | $114K |
| 4 | 67640 | Gorham | 61 | C | 8 (1 health) | $134K |
| 5 | 67665 | Russell | 60 | C | 13 (2 health) | $119K |
| 6 | 67648 | Lucas | 59 | C | 8 | $43K |
| 7 | 67634 | Dorrance | 58 | C | 8 | $111K |
| 8 | 67649 | Luray | 54 | D | 4 (1 health) | — |
Recommended Buyer Guides for Russell County
Filtered against EPA monitoring data and CDC lead-exposure guidance, the guides below skip the generic catalog and connect directly to the contaminants and hazards on file here.
- Best Lead Paint Test Kits — 87.5% 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 Russell County, Kansas
Overview
Russell County in Kansas covers 8 ZIP codes with an average Home Safety Score of C (61/100).
7 of 8 ZIP codes have recorded EPA violations. 8 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.