Kansas City, Kansas Water Quality Report
Comprehensive water safety analysis • Updated February 2026
Kansas City maintains excellent water quality with all 8 tested contaminants well below EPA safety limits.
Water Safety Overview
Generally Safe. Kansas City's tap water meets EPA standards. Score: 93/100.
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All Detected Contaminants
8 contaminants tested • EPA SDWIS data
| Contaminant | Level Detected | EPA Limit | % of Limit | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Haloacetic Acids | 9.95 ug/L | 60.00 ug/L | 16.6% | Safe |
Copper | 0.173 mg/L | 1.30 mg/L | 13.3% | Safe |
Total Trihalomethanes | 9.87 ug/L | 80.00 ug/L | 12.3% | Safe |
Nitrite | 0.074 mg/L | 1.00 mg/L | 7.5% | Safe |
Nitrate | 0.527 mg/L | 10.00 mg/L | 5.3% | Safe |
Chromium | 0.0040 mg/L | 0.100 mg/L | 4.0% | Safe |
Lead | 0.0005 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | 3.5% | Safe |
Mercury | 0.0001 mg/L | 0.0020 mg/L | 2.7% | Safe |
Recommended Water Filters for Kansas City
Based on detected contaminants
Reverse Osmosis System
Best for Kansas City. Removes 95-99% of contaminants including heavy metals, PFAS, and nitrates.
- ✓ Removes lead
- ✓ Removes nitrates
- ✓ Removes total dissolved solids
Activated Carbon Filter
Good for Kansas City. Removes chlorine, improves taste, and filters many organic compounds.
- ✓ Removes chlorine and chloramine
- ✓ Improves taste and odor
- ✓ Filters pesticides and VOCs
NSF 53 Lead Certification Required
Lead detected in Kansas City. Ensure any filter is NSF/ANSI 53 certified for lead removal.
Water System Information
KANSAS CITY WATER SYSTEM
- PWS ID:
- KS866298
- Population Served:
- 157,782
- Water Source:
- groundwater
Kansas City Water Quality Score
Based on EPA contaminant data and compliance records
Positive Findings
- Excellent overall water quality
- All tested contaminants well below EPA limits
- No violations in the past 3 years
Protect Your Family's Water
Even with good water quality, many families choose to filter their water for extra peace of mind.
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