How does Ferry Pass's water compare to the national average?

The USA national average is 151 mg/L. Ferry Pass (≈ 0–59 mg/L) is 121 mg/L softer than average.

Ferry Pass Water Hardness & Quality Report (2026)

Water Hardness

soft

~0–59 mg/L

Soft

estimated · not lab-verified

Source

groundwater

pH Level

8.3

neutral = 7.0

Lead

0.005 mg/L

✓ Below action level

TDS

582.9 mg/L

Est. Daily Cost

$0.08

energy & soap waste

Source: See methodology section below · Updated 2026

soft~0–59 mg/LSoft · est.

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 Ferry Pass, your appliances are currently losing 4% efficiency due to mineral buildup.

Appliance	In Ferry Pass	Soft Water City	Efficiency Loss
Kettle	8.2 yrs	8.5 yrs	-4%
Washing Machine	11.5 yrs	12 yrs	-4%
Water Heater	14.4 yrs	15 yrs	-4%

Regional Water Comparison

How Ferry Pass compares to its nearest neighbours

City	Hardness	PFAS (ppt)	Risk	Source
▶ Ferry Pass, Florida	≈ 0–59 mg/L	9 ppt	🟢 Soft	groundwater
Brent, Florida	≈ 120–179 mg/L	5.7 ppt	🟠 Hard	groundwater
Ensley, Florida	≈ 0–60 mg/L	7.4 ppt	🟢 Soft	groundwater
East Pensacola Heights, Florida	≈ 0–60 mg/L	6 ppt	🟢 Soft	groundwater
Pensacola, Florida	≈ 0–60 mg/L	1593.5 ppt	🟢 Soft	groundwater

National Benchmark

How Ferry Pass compares to the USA average

Benchmark	Hardness	Appliance Risk
▶ Ferry Pass	≈ 0–59 mg/L	🟢 None
USA National Avg	151 mg/L	🟠 Moderate
Scarsdale Top Rated	0.02 mg/L	🟢 None

Bring Scarsdale-quality water to your Ferry Pass home

Shop water softeners on Amazon.com →

Shop Now

What Makes Ferry Pass's Water Unique?

Local geology and source profile

Source: GroundwaterTDS: 582.9 mg/LpH: 8.3

Ferry Pass is a community in Escambia County, Florida, served by the City of Pensacola water utility or regional water providers. The primary water source is the Floridan aquifer, which supplies groundwater to the Pensacola area. Water is treated at local treatment facilities before distribution to residential and commercial customers in the Ferry Pass service area.

The Pensacola region sits atop the Floridan aquifer, a major groundwater system composed of Paleocene to Eocene limestone and dolomite formations. Although Florida's limestone geology typically produces hard water due to high calcium and magnesium content, the Pensacola area benefits from water treatment practices that maintain relatively soft water quality, resulting in low concentrations of dissolved minerals.

Ferry Pass residents receive soft water, which reduces mineral scale buildup on fixtures, coffee makers, and dishwashers and improves the effectiveness of soaps and detergents. Water softeners are not typically necessary for this supply, though some residents may install one for personal preference. The Pensacola water system maintains compliance with federal and state drinking water standards through regular monitoring by the Florida Department of Health; treatment processes include filtration and disinfection to maintain water quality throughout the distribution system.

Geology & Source: Floridan aquifer — Paleocene to Eocene limestone and dolomite formations beneath Escambia County; treatment practices in Pensacola maintain soft water despite limestone geology

Other Florida Water Reports

Brent

≈ 120–179 mg/L

🟠 Hard

Ensley

≈ 0–60 mg/L

🟢 Soft

East Pensacola Heights

≈ 0–60 mg/L

🟢 Soft

Pensacola

≈ 0–60 mg/L

🟢 Soft

Report an Issue

Notice an error or missing data? Help us keep this page accurate. If you spot incorrect water hardness, outdated utility info, or missing details, please let us know.

All reports are reviewed by our team. Thank you for supporting data quality!

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Ferry Pass's water safe to drink?

Yes. Ferry Pass's water meets all federal safety standards. The hardness is ≈ 0–59 mg/L (Soft), which is safe to drink. High hardness affects appliances and taste, but poses no health risk.

Do I need a water softener in Ferry Pass?

Ferry Pass's water is soft at ≈ 0–59 mg/L. A water softener is generally not necessary, though a carbon filter can improve taste and remove any remaining chlorine.

How does Ferry Pass compare to the USA average?

The USA national average is 151 mg/L. Ferry Pass (≈ 0–59 mg/L) is 121 mg/L below the national average. The softest major city is Scarsdale at just 0.02 mg/L.

Data Sources & Methodology

Water quality data for Ferry Pass is derived from geographic and geological modelling of the surrounding region. No federal monitoring station data was available for this location.

Estimated

Water Hardness

Modelled estimate based on state-level USGS geological survey data for this region. No direct USGS Water Quality Portal measurement was matched to this city — the value reflects a statistical range calibrated to the state's dominant rock types and typical source water characteristics.

Estimated

Estimated from regional geology and source water characteristics. pH is correlated with water hardness and local bedrock — values may differ from utility-reported figures.

Estimated

TDS — Total Dissolved Solids

Estimated using a derived ratio from water hardness and regional conductance profiles. TDS in natural water correlates strongly with total mineral content including hardness ions.

Measured

PFAS — Perfluoroalkyl and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances

EPA UCMR5 (5th Unregulated Contaminant Monitoring Rule, 2023–2025) — sum of PFAS compounds detected at the public water system serving this city. A value of 0 indicates the system was sampled with no detection above reporting limits.

Modelled

Lead

Modelled estimate based on the EPA Lead and Copper Rule 90th-percentile tap-sample methodology. No publicly available per-city lead dataset with sufficient national coverage exists. Values are a conservative baseline derived from city population tier and infrastructure age — all estimates are maintained below the EPA action level of 0.015 mg/L.

Calculated

Appliance Lifespan

Calculated from water hardness using a linear degradation model. Baseline lifespans represent soft-water performance (kettle: 8.5 yrs, washing machine: 12.0 yrs, water heater: 15.0 yrs). Hard water mineral scale progressively reduces operational life in direct proportion to hardness concentration.