Water System Report KS

City of Peabody

EPA ID: KS2011509 · 932 people served · 1 ZIP code

Over five tracked years, City of Peabody has stayed completely violation-free for its 932 residents.

Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-04-02

932
People Served
1
ZIP Code Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Surface Water
Water Source
0
Contaminants Flagged
$97K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for City of Peabody Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$56,385
Median Household Income
1,714
Service Area Population
25%
Disadvantaged Population
50th
Poverty Percentile
80th
Energy Burden Percentile
88%
Pre-1986 Housing

The City of Peabody serves a community with a median household income of $56,385 and an estimated 1,714 residents across its service area. Approximately 88% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

🌊 Where Does Your Water Come From?

Surface Water

City of Peabody's water is drawn from rivers, lakes, or reservoirs. Surface water sources are more exposed to agricultural runoff, stormwater, and upstream discharges, but they typically receive more intensive treatment before reaching your tap.

Moderate Risk
Source Contamination Risk
30th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
20th
Superfund Site Proximity

About 1% of homes in Marion County, Kansas rely on private wells rather than public water systems. Private well owners are responsible for their own water testing and treatment.

Infrastructure Risk

81 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Galvanized Steel or Copper
Pipe Material
0 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Moderate Wear
Decay Status
Installed 100% of expected lifespan used End of life

Comparable Water Systems

Similar-sized systems in Kansas

C 2 violations
City of Stafford,
936 people
C 6 violations
City of Andale
938 people
B 2 violations
0 violations
City of Blue Rapids
921 people
0 violations

Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance Radon Mitigation Water Filtration
Flood Insurance $1,800
Radon Mitigation $1,200
Water Filtration $300
Total Estimated Cost $3,300

Based on national averages for common remediation projects. Actual costs vary by property. Only issues flagged by EPA, FEMA, or state data for each ZIP code are included.

System Overview

City of Peabody, (EPA ID: KS2011509) is a community water system in Kansas that serves approximately 932 people from surface water sources.

This system serves ZIP code 66866 in Peabody.

Violation History

No violations recorded — This water system has no recorded EPA violations in the past 5 years.

Lead & Copper

No Lead and Copper Rule sampling data available for this water system.

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Typical cost: Water test: typically $20–$50 (DIY kit) · Professional inspection: $150–$400

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Free tip: Let cold water run for 2 minutes before drinking — this helps flush lead from your pipes.

ZIP Codes Served

Data Sources

This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for City of Peabody (KS2011509) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is City of Peabody water safe to drink?

Based on EPA records, City of Peabody has no recorded violations in the past 5 years — a positive indicator of water quality management.

How many people does City of Peabody serve?

City of Peabody serves approximately 932 people across 1 ZIP code in Kansas.

Where does City of Peabody get its water?

The primary water source is surface water.

Lead Service Line Inventory

Service line breakdown reported under the federal Lead and Copper Rule Improvements (LCRI) inventory requirement:

14
Confirmed Lead
6
Galvanized — Replacement Required
71
Unknown Material
498
Confirmed Non-Lead

Federal LCRI rule (effective October 2024) requires every public water system to inventory its service lines and complete lead-line replacement within 10 years.

Federal Regulatory Status · 2026Q1
LCRR inventory submission: Reported all required service line types
Latest tap sample on 2021-01-01 did not exceed the federal lead action level.
Population served: 932
Reported to Kansas

Source: EPA SDWIS Federal Service Line Inventory (Phase 2) · Submitted 2026

ZipCheckup is not affiliated with the utility or state agency. Inventory figures render verbatim from the public LCRI submission cited above; ZipCheckup does not perform inspections or replacements.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Should I use a water filter?
City of Peabody meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does City of Peabody serve?
City of Peabody serves approximately 932 people with drinking water across 1 ZIP code.
What is City of Peabody's water source?
City of Peabody draws water from surface water sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of City of Peabody's service area?
The City of Peabody service area has a median household income of $56,385. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does City of Peabody get its water?
City of Peabody's water is drawn from rivers, lakes, or reservoirs. Surface water sources are more exposed to agricultural runoff, stormwater, and upstream discharges, but they typically receive more intensive treatment before reaching your tap. Based on available data, the source contamination risk is moderate.
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