Topeka, KS Home Safety by Neighborhood - Water Issues Recorded
31 ZIP codes · 134 EPA violations
Data source: ZipCheckup Home Safety Score registry; EPA SDWIS; EPA radon; EPA AirNow
ZipCheckup compares 31 ZIP codes across Topeka, KS. The area averages a grade B (79/100); 17 ZIP codes carry recorded EPA violations.
Home-safety conditions vary across Topeka, KS. We compared 31 ZIP codes using the current versioned Home Safety Score. Water compliance remains one component alongside PFAS screening, radon, and annual air quality.
City Overview: Grade B (79/100)
| Grade | Neighborhoods | % |
|---|---|---|
| A | 0 | 0% |
| B | 17 | 100% |
| C | 0 | 0% |
| D | 0 | 0% |
| F | 0 | 0% |
Neighborhood Rankings
Every ZIP code in Topeka ranked by Home Safety Score:
| Rank | ZIP Code | Score | Grade | Violations | Lead Risk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 66603 | 83 | B | 2 | 0.0024 mg/L |
| 2 | 66606 | 83 | B | 2 | 0.0024 mg/L |
| 3 | 66608 | 83 | B | 2 | 0.0024 mg/L |
| 4 | 66611 | 83 | B | 2 | 0.0024 mg/L |
| 5 | 66612 | 83 | B | 2 | 0.0024 mg/L |
| 6 | 66621 | 83 | B | 2 | 0.0024 mg/L |
| 7 | 66617 | 82 | B | 4 | 0.0024 mg/L |
| 8 | 66605 | 81 | B | 6 | 0.0024 mg/L |
| 9 | 66607 | 81 | B | 6 | 0.0024 mg/L |
| 10 | 66616 | 81 | B | 6 | 0.0024 mg/L |
| 11 | 66618 | 81 | B | 5 | 0.0029 mg/L |
| 12 | 66604 | 77 | B | 10 | 0.0024 mg/L |
| 13 | 66609 | 77 | B | 16 | 0.0024 mg/L |
| 14 | 66619 | 77 | B | 12 | 0.0024 mg/L |
| 15 | 66610 | 71 | B | 19 | 0.0024 mg/L |
| 16 | 66614 | 71 | B | 19 | 0.0024 mg/L |
| 17 | 66615 | 71 | B | 19 | 0.0024 mg/L |
| 18 | 66601 | — | — | — | No data |
| 19 | 66620 | — | — | — | No data |
| 20 | 66622 | — | — | — | No data |
| 21 | 66624 | — | — | — | No data |
| 22 | 66625 | — | — | — | No data |
| 23 | 66626 | — | — | — | No data |
| 24 | 66628 | — | — | — | No data |
| 25 | 66629 | — | — | — | No data |
| 26 | 66636 | — | — | — | No data |
| 27 | 66647 | — | — | — | No data |
| 28 | 66667 | — | — | — | No data |
| 29 | 66675 | — | — | — | No data |
| 30 | 66683 | — | — | — | No data |
| 31 | 66699 | — | — | — | No data |
How Neighborhoods Compare
Each ZIP code compared to county and state averages:
- 11 neighborhoods score better than county average
- 6 neighborhoods score worse than county average
EPA Violations
- 134 total violations across Topeka
- 45 health-based violations
- 17 of 17 directly mapped ZIP records have violations
- 0 of 17 ZIP records with known lead status exceed the EPA action level
Top Contaminants
| Contaminant | Violations | ZIPs |
|---|---|---|
| Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) | 56 | 7 |
| E. coli | 36 | 17 |
| Stage 2 DBP Rule | 12 | 6 |
| Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) | 10 | 7 |
| Consumer Confidence Report Rule | 8 | 4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the safest neighborhood in Topeka?
ZIP code 66603 has the highest safety score in Topeka at 83/100 (grade B). Check the full report for details.
Is Topeka water safe to drink?
The Home Safety Score is not a drinking-water grade. Across 17 directly mapped ZIP records, 134 EPA violations are recorded; 0 of 17 records with known lead status exceed the action level. Check the specific ZIP and serving system before drawing a property-level conclusion.
Related Pages
Data Sources
- EPA SDWIS
- U.S. Census Bureau
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