Jackson County, Missouri
77 ZIP codes · Avg score 65/100 · Grade C · Updated 2026-06-03
Water safety in Jackson County is uneven — some of its 77 ZIP codes meet standards cleanly while others carry documented violations.
How Jackson County Compares
How Jackson County Compares
Jackson 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: Jackson County, Missouri
Each dot represents a ZIP code. Color indicates water quality grade. Tap a dot for details.
Key Risk Factors
Health risk index: 13.3 (asthma 10.5%, diabetes 12.1%)
Estimated additional annual cost per homeowner: $1,108, driven primarily by flood
Infrastructure: 0.335% avg pipe failure probability, 27% of ZIPs at high risk
68.5% 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: $1,108
Bar widths proportional to share of total annual risk cost. Source: compound risk model (FEMA, EPA, USGS).
Housing Age Distribution
317,824 housing units in Jackson 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 Jackson County
Remediation costs are relatively manageable for most homeowners in Jackson 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 Jackson 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 Jackson County ranked by EPA violation count.
| # | Water System | Population | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Kansas City Public Water System | 513,800 | 76 |
| 2 | Platte County Cons Pwsd 1 | 6,900 | 50 |
| 3 | Springdale Lake Estates | 1,500 | 50 |
| 4 | Lees Summit Public Water System | 99,400 | 46 |
| 5 | Jackson County Pwsd 13 | 9,002 | 45 |
26 total water systems serve Jackson County.
All ZIP Codes in Jackson County
77 ZIP codes tracked in Jackson County.
| # | ZIP Code | City | Safety Score | Grade | Violations | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 64014 | Blue Springs | 70 | B | 1 | $233K |
| 2 | 64088 | Sibley | 70 | B | 0 | $321K |
| 3 | 64102 | Kansas City | 70 | B | 1 | — |
| 4 | 64105 | Kansas City | 70 | B | 1 | $228K |
| 5 | 64109 | Kansas City | 70 | B | 1 | $240K |
| 6 | 64123 | Kansas City | 70 | B | 1 | $111K |
| 7 | 64128 | Kansas City | 70 | B | 1 | $65K |
| 8 | 64137 | Kansas City | 70 | B | 1 | $179K |
| 9 | 64139 | Kansas City | 70 | B | 1 | $394K |
| 10 | 64146 | Kansas City | 70 | B | 1 | $205K |
| 11 | 64179 | Kansas City | 70 | B | 1 | — |
| 12 | 64199 | Kansas City | 70 | B | 1 | — |
| 13 | 64064 | Lees Summit | 67 | C | 6 | $376K |
| 14 | 64082 | Lees Summit | 67 | C | 6 | $381K |
| 15 | 64013 | Blue Springs | 66 | C | 1 | — |
| 16 | 64051 | Independence | 66 | C | 1 | — |
| 17 | 64121 | Kansas City | 66 | C | 1 | — |
| 18 | 64141 | Kansas City | 66 | C | 1 | — |
| 19 | 64147 | Kansas City | 66 | C | 1 | — |
| 20 | 64148 | Kansas City | 66 | C | 1 | — |
| 21 | 64149 | Kansas City | 66 | C | 1 | $350K |
| 22 | 64170 | Kansas City | 66 | C | 1 | — |
| 23 | 64171 | Kansas City | 66 | C | 1 | — |
| 24 | 64172 | Kansas City | 66 | C | 1 | — |
| 25 | 64180 | Kansas City | 66 | C | 1 | — |
| 26 | 64184 | Kansas City | 66 | C | 1 | — |
| 27 | 64185 | Kansas City | 66 | C | 1 | — |
| 28 | 64187 | Kansas City | 66 | C | 1 | — |
| 29 | 64188 | Kansas City | 66 | C | 1 | — |
| 30 | 64191 | Kansas City | 66 | C | 1 | — |
| 31 | 64192 | Kansas City | 66 | C | 1 | — |
| 32 | 64194 | Kansas City | 66 | C | 1 | — |
| 33 | 64196 | Kansas City | 66 | C | 1 | — |
| 34 | 64197 | Kansas City | 66 | C | 1 | — |
| 35 | 64198 | Kansas City | 66 | C | 1 | — |
| 36 | 64999 | Kansas City | 66 | C | 1 | — |
| 37 | 64015 | Blue Springs | 65 | C | 1 | $250K |
| 38 | 64029 | Grain Valley | 65 | C | 1 | $285K |
| 39 | 64030 | Grandview | 65 | C | 0 | $172K |
| 40 | 64050 | Independence | 65 | C | 1 | $137K |
| 41 | 64053 | Independence | 65 | C | 1 | $78K |
| 42 | 64054 | Independence | 65 | C | 1 | $99K |
| 43 | 64055 | Independence | 65 | C | 1 | $173K |
| 44 | 64056 | Independence | 65 | C | 1 | $176K |
| 45 | 64057 | Independence | 65 | C | 1 | $236K |
| 46 | 64058 | Independence | 65 | C | 1 | $196K |
| 47 | 64066 | Levasy | 65 | C | 0 | — |
| 48 | 64101 | Kansas City | 65 | C | 1 | — |
| 49 | 64110 | Kansas City | 65 | C | 1 | $238K |
| 50 | 64111 | Kansas City | 65 | C | 1 | $270K |
| 51 | 64113 | Kansas City | 65 | C | 1 | $484K |
| 52 | 64127 | Kansas City | 65 | C | 1 | $59K |
| 53 | 64131 | Kansas City | 65 | C | 1 | $218K |
| 54 | 64132 | Kansas City | 65 | C | 1 | $91K |
| 55 | 64134 | Kansas City | 65 | C | 1 | $123K |
| 56 | 64136 | Kansas City | 65 | C | 1 | $179K |
| 57 | 64145 | Kansas City | 65 | C | 1 | $350K |
| 58 | 64168 | Kansas City | 65 | C | 1 | — |
| 59 | 64016 | Buckner | 64 | C | 2 | $206K |
| 60 | 64002 | Lees Summit | 63 | C | 6 | — |
| 61 | 64065 | Lees Summit | 63 | C | 6 | — |
| 62 | 64063 | Lees Summit | 62 | C | 6 | $243K |
| 63 | 64081 | Lees Summit | 62 | C | 6 | $333K |
| 64 | 64086 | Lees Summit | 62 | C | 6 | $288K |
| 65 | 64052 | Independence | 60 | C | 1 | $131K |
| 66 | 64108 | Kansas City | 60 | C | 1 | $286K |
| 67 | 64112 | Kansas City | 60 | C | 1 | $394K |
| 68 | 64114 | Kansas City | 60 | C | 1 | $257K |
| 69 | 64120 | Kansas City | 60 | C | 1 | — |
| 70 | 64126 | Kansas City | 60 | C | 1 | $55K |
| 71 | 64129 | Kansas City | 60 | C | 1 | $112K |
| 72 | 64133 | Kansas City | 60 | C | 1 | $166K |
| 73 | 64138 | Kansas City | 60 | C | 1 | $165K |
| 74 | 64075 | Oak Grove | 57 | C | 0 | $233K |
| 75 | 64130 | Kansas City | 55 | C | 1 | $72K |
| 76 | 64074 | Napoleon | 53 | D | 0 | $235K |
| 77 | 64070 | Lone Jack | 40 | D | 0 | $345K |
Recommended Buyer Guides for Jackson County
Independent picks. EPA-grounded. Matched here.
- Best Lead Paint Test Kits — 68.5% of homes built before 1978
- 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 Jackson County, Missouri
Overview
Jackson County in Missouri covers 77 ZIP codes with an average Home Safety Score of C (65/100).
71 of 77 ZIP codes 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.