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Official Status: March 2026

Is Kansas City tap water safe to drink?

✓ Generally Safe
A

Mostly yes — Kansas City scores 93/100.

Safety Score
93
out of 100

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Kansas City

Missouri

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Is Kansas City tap water safe to drink?

Mostly yes — Kansas City scores 93/100. This report aggregates EPA drinking water data across 2 local systems in Kansas City. We found 0 total violations (0 unresolved).

Real-Time Environment

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0mm Precipitation

☀️ No active precipitation. Rainfall can impact surface water turbidity and pollutant runoff in Kansas City.

Water Quality Impact

✅ Minimal Impact Localized weather conditions may influence test result variability.

🛡️ Home Water Treatment Needs

Should you invest in filtration or softening for your home in Kansas City?

Requirement Status
Optional
🟢
💡

Expert Advice

Your water quality is excellent. Standard filtration is optional but can further enhance taste.

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Baby Formula Safety

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Homebuyer's Perspective

For those looking to relocate to Kansas City, water quality is a key factor in long-term property maintenance. The high safety score (93/100) suggests lower risk for plumbing corrosion and appliance scaling.

Property Impact: Positive / Stable

Health & Family Safety

Residents should monitor Atrazine levels. Pregnant women and families with young children should consult the specific EPA health goals listed below.

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Score Breakdown for Kansas City

EPA Compliance & Violations 85/100
Contaminant Safety Margin 93%

*Scores are calculated using weighted EPA monitoring data from the past 5 years.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Kansas City tap water safe to drink?

Mostly yes — Kansas City scores 93/100.

How many water systems serve Kansas City?

Kansas City is served by 2 public water systems in our latest EPA-backed dataset.

How can I check water quality for my exact address in Kansas City?

Use the WaterQ search tool to look up your ZIP code and view nearby systems, contaminant levels, and recent violations for Kansas City.

What is the water quality score for Kansas City?

The water quality score for Kansas City is N/A out of 100, based on EPA contaminant data, violation history, and testing results for all serving water systems.

What are the top contaminants in Kansas City?

The top contaminants detected in Kansas City include Atrazine, Total Trihalomethanes, Radium-226. View detailed information on our contaminants page.

Water Quality Score
93/100
Grade
A
Water Systems
4
Population
526,741

Kansas City Water Quality Summary

Kansas City, MO receives a water quality score of 93/100 (Grade A) based on EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS) compliance data for 4 public water systems serving the area.

Kansas City's water quality is above the national average, with strong compliance records and low contaminant levels. Residents generally receive clean, safe tap water that meets EPA standards.

Water quality data is sourced from the U.S. EPA SDWIS database and updated quarterly. Learn about our scoring methodology →

Key Contaminants

Atrazine
2.8391 / 3 μg/L
0 μg/L MCL: 3 μg/L
Total Trihalomethanes
75.0319 / 80 μg/L
0 μg/L MCL: 80 μg/L
Radium-226
4.2902 / 5 pCi/L
0 pCi/L MCL: 5 pCi/L
Lead
9.3316 / 15 μg/L
0 μg/L MCL: 15 μg/L
Barium
1.225 / 2 mg/L
0 mg/L MCL: 2 mg/L
PFOS (Perfluorooctane Sulfonate)
0.0023 / 0.004 μg/L
0 μg/L MCL: 0.004 μg/L
Manganese
25.2697 / 50 μg/L
0 μg/L MCL: 50 μg/L
Nitrate
4.632 / 10 mg/L
0 mg/L MCL: 10 mg/L

Water Systems Serving Kansas City (2)

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