How does Englewood's water compare to the national average?

The USA national average is 151 mg/L. Englewood (≈ 120–179 mg/L) is 1 mg/L softer than average.

Englewood Water Hardness & Quality Report (2026)

Water Hardness

hard

~120–179 mg/L

Hard

estimated · not lab-verified

Source

reservoir

pH Level

8.1

neutral = 7.0

Lead

0.008 mg/L

✓ Below action level

TDS

410 mg/L

Est. Daily Cost

$0.40

energy & soap waste

Source: See methodology section below · Updated 2026

hard~120–179 mg/LHard · 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 Englewood, your appliances are currently losing 20% efficiency due to mineral buildup.

Appliance	In Englewood	Soft Water City	Efficiency Loss
Kettle	6.8 yrs	8.5 yrs	-20%
Washing Machine	9.6 yrs	12 yrs	-20%
Water Heater	12 yrs	15 yrs	-20%

Regional Water Comparison

How Englewood compares to its nearest neighbours

City	Hardness	PFAS (ppt)	Risk	Source
▶ Englewood, New Jersey	≈ 120–179 mg/L	12.1 ppt	🟠 Hard	reservoir
Tenafly, New Jersey	≈ 120–179 mg/L	11.7 ppt	🟠 Hard	reservoir
Fort Lee, New Jersey	33.5 mg/L	5.2 ppt	🟢 Soft	reservoir
Bergenfield, New Jersey	≈ 120–179 mg/L	5.4 ppt	🟠 Hard	reservoir
Teaneck, New Jersey	≈ 120–179 mg/L	11.6 ppt	🟠 Hard	reservoir

National Benchmark

How Englewood compares to the USA average

Benchmark	Hardness	Appliance Risk
▶ Englewood	≈ 120–179 mg/L	🟠 Moderate
USA National Avg	151 mg/L	🟠 Moderate
Scarsdale Top Rated	0.02 mg/L	🟢 None

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What Makes Englewood's Water Unique?

Local geology and source profile

Source: ReservoirTDS: 410 mg/LpH: 8.1

The Englewood Water District serves the City of Englewood in Bergen County, New Jersey. The utility draws from the Hackensack River as its primary surface water source, supplemented by groundwater from the underlying New Jersey Piedmont aquifer system, including Triassic and Precambrian aquifer formations. Treatment facilities process this blended supply before distribution to Englewood and surrounding communities in the northern New Jersey region.

The geology of Bergen County is dominated by Precambrian metamorphic bedrock overlain by Mesozoic sedimentary deposits and Quaternary glacial materials. These formations contain significant concentrations of calcium and magnesium-bearing minerals — including carbonate rocks and feldspar-rich glacial deposits — which dissolve into groundwater and surface runoff, creating a hard water supply characteristic of the northern New Jersey Piedmont.

Hard water in Englewood causes scale buildup on fixtures, reduced soap effectiveness, and increased detergent consumption. Water heaters, dishwashers, and washing machines experience accelerated mineral accumulation and reduced efficiency. A water softener is recommended to mitigate these effects and extend appliance lifespan. Regular descaling of kettles and showerheads is also advisable. The utility publishes an annual Consumer Confidence Report detailing pH, lead and copper compliance, and treatment processes, with full data accessible via the district website or the Health Department's Environmental Health division.

Geology & Source: Hackensack River watershed; Precambrian metamorphic rocks and Triassic Mesozoic sediments — carbonate-bearing strata and glacial deposits dissolve calcium and magnesium, producing hard water typical of northern NJ Piedmont

Other New Jersey Water Reports

Tenafly

≈ 120–179 mg/L

🟠 Hard

Fort Lee

33.5 mg/L

🟢 Soft

Bergenfield

≈ 120–179 mg/L

🟠 Hard

Teaneck

≈ 120–179 mg/L

🟠 Hard

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Englewood's water safe to drink?

Yes. Englewood's water meets all federal safety standards. The hardness is ≈ 120–179 mg/L (Hard), which is safe to drink. High hardness affects appliances and taste, but poses no health risk.

Do I need a water softener in Englewood?

At ≈ 120–179 mg/L (Hard), Englewood's water will cause significant limescale on kettles, washing machines, and water heaters. A water softener or descaler is strongly recommended to extend appliance lifespan and reduce energy bills by up to 20%.

How does Englewood compare to the USA average?

The USA national average is 151 mg/L. Englewood (≈ 120–179 mg/L) is 1 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 Englewood 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.