Citrus Water Hardness & Quality Report (2026)
Water Hardness
9.8 grains per gallon
Source
mixed
pH Level
8.2
neutral = 7.0
Lead
0.008 mg/L
✓ Below action level
TDS
498 mg/L
Est. Daily Cost
$0.45
energy & soap waste
Source: USGS Water Quality Portal · Updated 2026
0–60
mg/L
Soft
61–120
mg/L
Moderately Hard
121–180
mg/L
Hard
180+
mg/L
Very Hard
Appliance Damage Report
In Citrus, your appliances are currently losing 22% efficiency due to mineral buildup.
| Appliance | In Citrus | Soft Water City | Efficiency Loss |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kettle | 4.1 yrs | 8.5 yrs | -52% |
| Washing Machine | 7.4 yrs | 12 yrs | -38% |
| Water Heater | 8.9 yrs | 15 yrs | -41% |
Regional Water Comparison
How Citrus compares to its nearest neighbours
| City | Hardness | PFAS (ppt) | Risk | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ▶ Citrus, California | 167 mg/L | 6.7 ppt | 🟠 Hard | mixed |
| Azusa, California | 52 mg/L | 3.4 ppt | 🟢 Soft | mixed |
| Covina, California | 170 mg/L | 6.8 ppt | 🟠 Hard | mixed |
| Glendora, California | 129 mg/L | 5.6 ppt | 🟠 Hard | mixed |
| Vincent, California | 167.5 mg/L | 6.8 ppt | 🟠 Hard | mixed |
National Benchmark
How Citrus compares to the USA average
| Benchmark | Hardness | Appliance Risk |
|---|---|---|
| ▶ Citrus | 167 mg/L | 🟠 Moderate |
| USA National Avg | 150 mg/L | 🟠 Moderate |
| Badger Top Rated | 8.5 mg/L | 🟢 None |
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What Makes Citrus's Water Unique?
Local geology and source profile
Citrus, California, in Los Angeles County — a Los Angeles County unincorporated community adjacent to Azusa and San Dimas in the San Gabriel foothills — receives its water from Golden State Water or San Gabriel Valley Municipal Water District (SGVMWD), drawing from the San Gabriel River and local groundwater through the south-central California distribution.
The hard 167 mg/L hardness and TDS of 498 mg/L reflect the Los Angeles County San Gabriel supply's hard calcareous character — the Jurassic San Gabriel Granodiorite is largely insoluble, while Quaternary San Gabriel Valley alluvium concentrates calcareous mineral content from the San Gabriel Mountains drainage, and the Colorado River imported water supply contributes additional dissolved minerals (compare Azusa CA: 164/490 in Los Angeles County comparable; San Dimas CA: 169/506 in Los Angeles County comparable; Citrus consistent hard from the same Los Angeles County San Gabriel River granodiorite supply). The San Gabriel watershed — Jurassic San Gabriel Granodiorite (insoluble — primary dilutant), Quaternary San Gabriel Valley alluvium (highly calcareous — primary hardness contributor), and Quaternary Colorado River alluvium (calcareous — TDS contributor).
At 167 mg/L with TDS 498, Citrus' water is hard — scale builds in appliances. Quarterly descaling is appropriate. The PFAS level of 6.7 ppt warrants a certified drinking water filter. Review Golden State Water's annual water quality report.
Geology & Source: Citrus in Los Angeles County draws from the Golden State Water on the San Gabriel River supply (Los Angeles County, south California) — the San Gabriel watershed draws from Jurassic San Gabriel Granodiorite (insoluble) and Quaternary San Gabriel Valley alluvium (highly calcareous) — California Los Angeles County San Gabriel River granodiorite supply produces hard water at 167 mg/L with TDS 498 mg/L.