COUNTY REPORT KY

Jefferson County, Kentucky

78 ZIP codes · Avg score 61/100 · Grade C · Updated 2026-06-03

Although much of Jefferson County meets baseline standards, some of its 78 ZIP codes show violations that merit closer attention.

How Jefferson County Compares

Jefferson County61/100
Kentucky avg61/100
National avg68/100

How Jefferson County Compares

C
County Grade
61/100
Avg Safety Score
78
ZIP Codes
8
Water Systems

Jefferson County scores 0 points above the Kentucky state average (61/100) and 7 points below the national average (68/100).

Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-03

C
County Grade
61
Avg Safety Score
78
ZIP Codes
Best ZIP: 40203 (70/100)
Lowest ZIP: 40059 (30/100)
$246K
Median Home Value
$2,264
Avg Remediation (92% of home value)

ZIP Code Risk Map

Water Quality Map: Jefferson County, Kentucky

Each dot represents a ZIP code. Color indicates water quality grade. Tap a dot for details.

A B C D F

Key Risk Factors

Estimated additional annual cost per homeowner: $1,079, driven primarily by flood

Compound Risk Breakdown

Estimated additional annual cost per homeowner: $1,079

Flood $779/yr
Energy Code Gap $225/yr
Water / Lead $74/yr

Bar widths proportional to share of total annual risk cost. Source: compound risk model (FEMA, EPA, USGS).

Water Safety Affordability

How much it costs to fix water issues relative to home values in Jefferson County

$246K
Median Home Value
$2,264
Est. Remediation Cost
0.9%
of Home Value
Remediation as % of home value low burden

Remediation costs are relatively manageable for most homeowners in Jefferson 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.

Water Systems with Most Violations

Top 5 systems in Jefferson County ranked by EPA violation count.

# Water System Population Violations
1 LOUISVILLE WATER COMPANY 764,769 0
2 Shelbyville Water & Sewer Commission 23,760 0
3 Taylorsville Water Works 22,286 0
4 WEST SHELBY WATER DISTRICT 6,994 0
5 Oldham County Water District 38,409 0

8 total water systems serve Jefferson County.

All ZIP Codes in Jefferson County

78 ZIP codes tracked in Jefferson County.

# ZIP Code City Safety Score Grade Violations Home Value
1 40203 Louisville 70 B 0 $179K
2 40210 Louisville 70 B 0 $93K
3 40243 Louisville 70 B 0 $298K
4 40251 Louisville 70 B 0
5 40252 Louisville 70 B 0
6 40221 Louisville 66 C 0
7 40224 Louisville 66 C 0
8 40225 Louisville 66 C 0
9 40231 Louisville 66 C 0
10 40232 Louisville 66 C 0
11 40233 Louisville 66 C 0
12 40250 Louisville 66 C 0
13 40253 Louisville 66 C 0
14 40255 Louisville 66 C 0
15 40256 Louisville 66 C 0
16 40257 Louisville 66 C 0
17 40259 Louisville 66 C 0
18 40261 Louisville 66 C 0
19 40266 Louisville 66 C 0
20 40268 Louisville 66 C 0
21 40269 Louisville 66 C 0
22 40270 Louisville 66 C 0
23 40280 Louisville 66 C 0
24 40281 Louisville 66 C 0
25 40282 Louisville 66 C 0
26 40283 Louisville 66 C 0
27 40285 Louisville 66 C 0
28 40287 Louisville 66 C 0
29 40289 Louisville 66 C 0
30 40290 Louisville 66 C 0
31 40292 Louisville 66 C 0
32 40293 Louisville 66 C 0
33 40294 Louisville 66 C 0
34 40295 Louisville 66 C 0
35 40296 Louisville 66 C 0
36 40297 Louisville 66 C 0
37 40298 Louisville 66 C 0
38 40202 Louisville 65 C 0 $340K
39 40204 Louisville 65 C 0 $315K
40 40208 Louisville 65 C 0 $153K
41 40209 Louisville 65 C 0 $128K
42 40211 Louisville 65 C 0 $98K
43 40212 Louisville 65 C 0 $78K
44 40215 Louisville 65 C 0 $107K
45 40217 Louisville 65 C 0 $221K
46 40223 Louisville 65 C 0 $344K
47 40228 Louisville 65 C 0 $220K
48 40229 Louisville 65 C 0 $197K
49 40241 Louisville 65 C 0 $349K
50 40242 Louisville 65 C 0 $293K
51 40245 Louisville 65 C 0 $433K
52 40291 Louisville 65 C 0 $265K
53 40206 Louisville 60 C 0 $276K
54 40220 Louisville 60 C 0 $250K
55 40258 Louisville 60 C 0 $173K
56 40272 Louisville 60 C 0 $170K
57 40299 Louisville 60 C 0 $275K
58 40205 Louisville 55 C 0 $362K
59 40207 Louisville 55 C 0 $402K
60 40213 Louisville 55 C 0 $169K
61 40214 Louisville 55 C 0 $177K
62 40216 Louisville 55 C 0 $155K
63 40218 Louisville 55 C 0 $196K
64 40219 Louisville 55 C 0 $186K
65 40222 Louisville 55 C 0 $347K
66 40018 Eastwood 53 D 0
67 40023 Fisherville 53 D 0 $430K
68 40025 Glenview 53 D 0 $1202K
69 40047 Mount Washington 53 D 0 $260K
70 40056 Pewee Valley 53 D 0 $319K
71 40027 Harrods Creek 40 D 0
72 40041 Masonic Home 40 D 0 $593K
73 40109 Brooks 40 D 0 $240K
74 40129 Hillview 40 D 0
75 40166 Shepherdsville 40 D 0
76 40118 Fairdale 35 F 0 $141K
77 40165 Shepherdsville 35 F 0 $243K
78 40059 Prospect 30 F 0 $534K

Recommended Buyer Guides for Jefferson 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.

Overview

Jefferson County in Kentucky covers 78 ZIP codes with an average Home Safety Score of C (61/100).

No EPA violations recorded across any tracked ZIP codes in Jefferson County.

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Data Sources

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is water safe in Jefferson County?
Jefferson County receives a grade of C. Some ZIP codes have recorded violations and residents in affected areas may want to test their water.
How many water systems serve Jefferson County?
Jefferson County is served by 8 public water systems that supply drinking water to residents across 78 ZIP codes.
What is the biggest environmental risk in Jefferson County?
The primary environmental risk factor in Jefferson County is flood. This contributes to an estimated additional annual cost of $1,079 per homeowner.
How does Jefferson County compare to Kentucky?
Jefferson County has an average water safety score of 61/100, which is above the Kentucky state average of 61/100.

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