Kenton County, Kentucky
1 ZIP code · Avg score 57/100 · Grade C · Updated 2026-06-03
Kenton County shows moderate water quality across its 1 ZIP code — some areas carry violations worth monitoring.
How Kenton County Compares
How Kenton County Compares
Kenton County scores 4 points below the Kentucky state average (61/100) and 11 points below the national average (68/100).
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-03
Key Risk Factors
Estimated additional annual cost per homeowner: $2,340, driven primarily by flood
Infrastructure: 0.43% avg pipe failure probability, 100% of ZIPs at high risk
62% of homes built before 1978 (lead paint era)
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: $2,340
Bar widths proportional to share of total annual risk cost. Source: compound risk model (FEMA, EPA, USGS).
Housing Age Distribution
16,533 housing units in Kenton 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 Kenton County
Remediation costs are relatively manageable for most homeowners in Kenton 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.
All ZIP Codes in Kenton County
1 ZIP code tracked in Kenton County.
| # | ZIP Code | City | Safety Score | Grade | Violations | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 41017 | Ft Mitchell | 57 | C | 4 | $278K |
Recommended Buyer Guides for Kenton 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 — 62% 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
Overview
Kenton County in Kentucky covers 1 ZIP code with an average Home Safety Score of C (57/100).
1 of 1 ZIP code have recorded EPA violations. All violations are monitoring/reporting type.
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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.