Clay County, Missouri
26 ZIP codes · Avg score 65/100 · Grade C · Updated 2026-06-03
For most households in Clay County, the 26 tracked ZIP codes show adequate but uneven water quality.
How Clay County Compares
How Clay County Compares
Clay County scores 4 points below the Missouri state average (69/100) and 3 points below the national average (68/100).
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-03
ZIP Code Risk Map
Water Quality Map: Clay County, Missouri
Each dot represents a ZIP code. Color indicates water quality grade. Tap a dot for details.
Key Risk Factors
Health risk index: 12.8 (asthma 10.3%, diabetes 10.9%)
Estimated additional annual cost per homeowner: $992, driven primarily by flood
Infrastructure: 0.305% avg pipe failure probability, 15% of ZIPs at high risk
49% of homes built before 1978 (lead paint era)
Violation History (2021–2025)
→ Stable trendEPA violation counts by year across Clay County water systems. Health-based shown in red, total in blue.
Peak year: 2022 with 4 violations. Past 5 years: 14 total (14 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: $992
Bar widths proportional to share of total annual risk cost. Source: compound risk model (FEMA, EPA, USGS).
Housing Age Distribution
119,580 housing units in Clay 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 Clay County
Remediation costs are relatively manageable for most homeowners in Clay 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 Clay 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 Clay County ranked by EPA violation count.
| # | Water System | Population | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Kansas City Public Water System | 513,800 | 26 |
| 2 | Mosby Public Water System | 115 | 17 |
| 3 | Platte County Cons Pwsd 1 | 6,900 | 17 |
| 4 | Springdale Lake Estates | 1,500 | 17 |
| 5 | Liberty Public Water System | 30,800 | 11 |
29 total water systems serve Clay County.
All ZIP Codes in Clay County
26 ZIP codes tracked in Clay County.
| # | ZIP Code | City | Safety Score | Grade | Violations | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 64048 | Holt | 70 | B | 0 | $300K |
| 2 | 64072 | Missouri City | 70 | B | 1 | $83K |
| 3 | 64106 | Kansas City | 70 | B | 1 | $221K |
| 4 | 64124 | Kansas City | 70 | B | 1 | $109K |
| 5 | 64125 | Kansas City | 70 | B | 1 | $94K |
| 6 | 64157 | Kansas City | 70 | B | 1 | $361K |
| 7 | 64158 | Kansas City | 70 | B | 1 | $352K |
| 8 | 64161 | Kansas City | 70 | B | 1 | $137K |
| 9 | 64060 | Kearney | 67 | C | 3 | $322K |
| 10 | 63880 | Whiteoak | 66 | C | 0 | — |
| 11 | 64144 | Kansas City | 66 | C | 1 | — |
| 12 | 64156 | Kansas City | 66 | C | 1 | $395K |
| 13 | 64162 | Kansas City | 66 | C | 1 | — |
| 14 | 64165 | Kansas City | 66 | C | 1 | — |
| 15 | 64166 | Kansas City | 66 | C | 1 | $426K |
| 16 | 64167 | Kansas City | 66 | C | 1 | $372K |
| 17 | 64116 | Kansas City | 65 | C | 1 | $227K |
| 18 | 64155 | Kansas City | 65 | C | 1 | $285K |
| 19 | 64069 | Liberty | 63 | C | 4 | — |
| 20 | 64068 | Liberty | 62 | C | 4 | $268K |
| 21 | 64024 | Excelsior Springs | 60 | C | 1 | $185K |
| 22 | 64117 | Kansas City | 60 | C | 1 | $174K |
| 23 | 64118 | Kansas City | 60 | C | 1 | $206K |
| 24 | 64119 | Kansas City | 60 | C | 1 | $216K |
| 25 | 64089 | Smithville | 56 | C | 2 | $307K |
| 26 | 64073 | Mosby | 45 | D | 17 (11 health) | — |
Recommended Buyer Guides for Clay County
Independent picks. EPA-grounded. Matched here.
- 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
- 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 Clay County, Missouri
Overview
Clay County in Missouri covers 26 ZIP codes with an average Home Safety Score of C (65/100).
24 of 26 ZIP codes have recorded EPA violations. 11 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.