Sun Village Water Hardness & Quality Report (2026)
Water Hardness
4.4 grains per gallon
Source
mixed
pH Level
7.5
neutral = 7.0
Lead
0.003 mg/L
✓ Below action level
TDS
176.2 mg/L
Est. Daily Cost
$0.20
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 Sun Village, your appliances are currently losing 10% efficiency due to mineral buildup.
| Appliance | In Sun Village | Soft Water City | Efficiency Loss |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kettle | 7.1 yrs | 8.5 yrs | -16% |
| Washing Machine | 10.8 yrs | 12 yrs | -10% |
| Water Heater | 12.6 yrs | 15 yrs | -16% |
Regional Water Comparison
How Sun Village compares to its nearest neighbours
| City | Hardness | PFAS (ppt) | Risk | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ▶ Sun Village, California | 76 mg/L | 4.1 ppt | 🟡 Moderately Hard | mixed |
| Lake Los Angeles, California | 80 mg/L | 4.2 ppt | 🟡 Moderately Hard | mixed |
| Palmdale, California | 121 mg/L | 5.4 ppt | 🟠 Hard | mixed |
| Vincent, California | 116 mg/L | 5.2 ppt | 🟡 Moderately Hard | mixed |
| Lancaster, California | 103.5 mg/L | 4.9 ppt | 🟡 Moderately Hard | mixed |
National Benchmark
How Sun Village compares to the USA average
| Benchmark | Hardness | Appliance Risk |
|---|---|---|
| ▶ Sun Village | 76 mg/L | 🟡 Low |
| USA National Avg | 150 mg/L | 🟠 Moderate |
| Badger Top Rated | 8.5 mg/L | 🟢 None |
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What Makes Sun Village's Water Unique?
Local geology and source profile
Sun Village, California, in Los Angeles County — a Los Angeles County unincorporated community adjacent to Palmdale and Littlerock in the Antelope Valley of north Los Angeles County — receives its water from the Antelope Valley-East Kern Water Agency (AVEK) or local purveyors, drawing from State Water Project (Feather River) and local groundwater through the north Los Angeles County distribution.
The soft 76 mg/L hardness and TDS of 176.2 mg/L reflect the Antelope Valley supply's soft character — the Sierra Nevada Granodiorite headwaters of the Feather River contribute insoluble snowmelt, while the Quaternary Mojave Desert alluvium adds only minor calcareous content (compare Palmdale CA: 74/171 in Los Angeles County comparable; Littlerock CA: 78/181 in Los Angeles County comparable; Sun Village consistent soft from the same Los Angeles County AVEK State Water Project supply). The Antelope Valley — Mesozoic Sierra Nevada Granodiorite (insoluble — primary dilutant), Quaternary Mojave Desert alluvium (slightly calcareous — primary hardness contributor), and Holocene Antelope Valley playa (slightly calcareous — minor TDS).
At 76 mg/L with TDS 176, Sun Village's water is soft — minimal scale buildup. Annual descaling is appropriate. The PFAS level of 4.1 ppt is moderate — a certified drinking water filter provides added protection. Review AVEK's annual water quality report for the latest contaminant monitoring data in the Antelope Valley.
Geology & Source: Sun Village in Los Angeles County draws from the AVEK Water on State Water Project imports (Los Angeles County, north California) — the Antelope Valley drains Mesozoic Sierra Nevada Granodiorite (insoluble) and Quaternary Mojave Desert alluvium (slightly calcareous) — California Los Angeles County AVEK State Water Project supply produces soft water at 76 mg/L with TDS 176.2 mg/L.