COUNTY REPORT NY

Kings County, New York

52 ZIP codes · Avg score 61/100 · Grade C · Updated 2026-06-04

Unlike top-rated counties, Kings County's 52 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 Kings County Compares

Kings County61/100
New York avg61/100
National avg68/100

How Kings County Compares

C
County Grade
61/100
Avg Safety Score
52
ZIP Codes
11
Water Systems

Kings County scores 0 points above the New York state average (61/100) and 7 points below the national average (68/100).

Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-04

C
County Grade
61
Avg Safety Score
52
ZIP Codes
Best ZIP: 11381 (98/100)
Lowest ZIP: 11235 (47/100)
$1007K
Median Home Value
$2,921
Avg Remediation (29% of home value)

ZIP Code Risk Map

Water Quality Map: Kings County, New York

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

A B C D F

Key Risk Factors

Health risk index: 10.9 (asthma 10.3%, diabetes 12%)

Estimated additional annual cost per homeowner: $2,650, driven primarily by flood

Infrastructure: 0.62% avg pipe failure probability, 29% of ZIPs at high risk

83.8% of homes built before 1978 (lead paint era)

Violation History (2023–2025)

→ Stable trend

EPA violation counts by year across Kings County water systems. Health-based shown in red, total in blue.

2023
200 (200 health)
2024
351 (351 health)
2025
200 (200 health)

Peak year: 2024 with 351 violations. Past 5 years: 751 total (751 health-based).

Source: EPA SDWIS historical violations. Data may lag 6–12 months for the most recent year.

County Health Indicators vs National Average

Asthma 10.3% (national: 8.9%)
Diabetes 12% (national: 10.5%)
Obesity 25.1% (national: 32.4%)

Black markers indicate national averages. Source: CDC PLACES, Census ACS.

Infrastructure Overview

1902
Median Build Year
83.8%
Pre-1978 Housing
62%
Pipe Failure Probability
29%
ZIPs at High Infra Risk
High
Lead Pipe Risk

Sources: Census ACS (housing age), EPA SDWIS (infrastructure risk model), state bridge inspection data.

Compound Risk Breakdown

Estimated additional annual cost per homeowner: $2,650

Flood $1,012/yr
Sea Level Rise $500/yr
Underground Tanks $480/yr

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

Housing Age Distribution

1,045,303 housing units in Kings County

Pre-1940 48%
1940–1959 19%
1960–1979 15%
1980–1999 6%
2000+ 11%

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 Kings County

$1007K
Median Home Value
$2,921
Est. Remediation Cost
0.3%
of Home Value
Remediation as % of home value low burden

Remediation costs are relatively manageable for most homeowners in Kings 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 Kings County residents

Asthma 10.3% (US avg: 8.9%)
Diabetes 12% (US avg: 11%)
Obesity 25.1% (US avg: 32.4%)

Black markers = national averages. Red = above national avg. Green = below. Source: CDC PLACES, Census ACS.

Water Systems with Most Violations

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

# Water System Population Violations
1 Leisure Lake Estates 285 1750
2 Ravenwood Estates 200 1750
3 Yeshiva Kehileth Yakov 150 1750
4 Sunset Trailer Park 130 1750
5 Beaconview Mhp 110 1750

11 total water systems serve Kings County.

Environmental Justice Indicator

Kings County scores in the 71th percentile on the EPA EJScreen composite index, indicating elevated environmental burden relative to the national average. Approximately 55% of residents live in areas classified as disadvantaged communities. EJScreen measures cumulative environmental and demographic factors including air quality, proximity to hazardous sites, and socioeconomic vulnerability. Learn more at EPA.gov

All ZIP Codes in Kings County

52 ZIP codes tracked in Kings County.

# ZIP Code City Safety Score Grade Violations Home Value
1 11381 Flushing 98 A 3
2 10081 New York 81 B 4
3 11205 Brooklyn 67 C 35 (19 health) $893K
4 11212 Brooklyn 67 C 35 (19 health) $549K
5 11213 Brooklyn 67 C 35 (19 health) $1184K
6 11216 Brooklyn 67 C 35 (19 health) $1398K
7 11221 Brooklyn 67 C 35 (19 health) $1061K
8 11225 Brooklyn 67 C 35 (19 health) $1218K
9 11201 Brooklyn 62 C 35 (19 health) $1132K
10 11202 Brooklyn 62 C 35 (19 health)
11 11203 Brooklyn 62 C 35 (19 health) $678K
12 11204 Brooklyn 62 C 35 (19 health) $1097K
13 11206 Brooklyn 62 C 35 (19 health) $822K
14 11207 Brooklyn 62 C 35 (19 health) $657K
15 11208 Brooklyn 62 C 35 (19 health) $638K
16 11210 Brooklyn 62 C 35 (19 health) $818K
17 11217 Brooklyn 62 C 35 (19 health) $1614K
18 11218 Brooklyn 62 C 35 (19 health) $914K
19 11220 Brooklyn 62 C 35 (19 health) $1021K
20 11226 Brooklyn 62 C 35 (19 health) $866K
21 11230 Brooklyn 62 C 35 (19 health) $863K
22 11237 Brooklyn 62 C 35 (19 health) $1064K
23 11238 Brooklyn 62 C 35 (19 health) $1146K
24 11239 Brooklyn 62 C 35 (19 health) $580K
25 11240 Brooklyn 62 C 35 (19 health)
26 11241 Brooklyn 62 C 35 (19 health)
27 11242 Brooklyn 62 C 35 (19 health)
28 11243 Brooklyn 62 C 35 (19 health)
29 11244 Brooklyn 62 C 35 (19 health)
30 11245 Brooklyn 62 C 35 (19 health)
31 11247 Brooklyn 62 C 35 (19 health)
32 11248 Brooklyn 62 C 35 (19 health)
33 11249 Brooklyn 62 C 35 (19 health) $1327K
34 11251 Brooklyn 62 C 35 (19 health)
35 11252 Brooklyn 62 C 35 (19 health)
36 11254 Brooklyn 62 C 35 (19 health)
37 11256 Brooklyn 62 C 35 (19 health)
38 11209 Brooklyn 57 C 35 (19 health) $906K
39 11211 Brooklyn 57 C 35 (19 health) $1119K
40 11214 Brooklyn 57 C 35 (19 health) $1007K
41 11215 Brooklyn 57 C 35 (19 health) $1675K
42 11219 Brooklyn 57 C 35 (19 health) $1086K
43 11222 Brooklyn 57 C 35 (19 health) $1246K
44 11223 Brooklyn 57 C 35 (19 health) $1063K
45 11228 Brooklyn 57 C 35 (19 health) $1132K
46 11232 Brooklyn 57 C 35 (19 health) $783K
47 11229 Brooklyn 52 D 35 (19 health) $812K
48 11231 Brooklyn 52 D 35 (19 health) $1679K
49 11234 Brooklyn 52 D 35 (19 health) $747K
50 11236 Brooklyn 52 D 35 (19 health) $710K
51 11224 Brooklyn 47 D 35 (19 health) $513K
52 11235 Brooklyn 47 D 35 (19 health) $724K

Recommended Buyer Guides for Kings 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.

Overview

Kings County in New York covers 52 ZIP codes with an average Home Safety Score of C (61/100).

52 of 52 ZIP codes have recorded EPA violations. 950 health-based violations have been documented.

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Data Sources

Updated daily.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is water safe in Kings County?
Kings 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 Kings County?
Kings County is served by 11 public water systems that supply drinking water to residents across 52 ZIP codes.
What is the biggest environmental risk in Kings County?
The primary environmental risk factor in Kings County is flood. This contributes to an estimated additional annual cost of $2,650 per homeowner.
How old are homes in Kings County?
The median home build year in Kings County is 1902. 83.8% of homes were built before 1978, which means they may contain lead-based paint and older plumbing materials.
How does Kings County compare to New York?
Kings County has an average water safety score of 61/100, which is above the New York state average of 61/100.

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