Kansas City, Missouri Water Quality Report

Comprehensive analysis of tap water safety based on EPA data

Last updated: January 2026

Is Kansas City's Water Safe to Drink?

Generally Safe. Kansas City's tap water meets EPA standards for drinking water quality. The water scored 94/100 in our analysis.

Contaminants Found in Kansas City's Water

1 contaminants tested • Data from EPA SDWIS database

ContaminantLevel DetectedEPA Limit% of LimitStatus
Lead
0.0021 mg/L
0.015 mg/L
13.9%
Safe

Compliance Violations

Past EPA violations recorded for Kansas City's water system

other

Contaminant 0800 - 3/1/2019

Resolved

About Kansas City's Water System

KANSAS CITY PWS

PWS ID:
MO1010415
Population Served:
513,800
Water Source:
surface
A94/100

Kansas City Water Quality Score

Based on EPA contaminant data and compliance records

100
Contaminants
90
Compliance
85
Infrastructure

Positive Findings

  • Excellent overall water quality
  • No violations in the past 3 years
  • No health-based (MCL) violations
  • All tested contaminants well below EPA limits

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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Frequently Asked Questions

Where does Kansas City's water come from?
Kansas City primarily uses surface water sources.
How often is Kansas City's water tested?
Water utilities are required to test for contaminants regularly and report results to the EPA.
Should I use a water filter in Kansas City?
While the water meets EPA standards, many families choose filters for extra peace of mind.