Endicott Water Hardness & Quality Report (2026)
Water Hardness
4.9 grains per gallon
Source
reservoir
pH Level
7.5
neutral = 7.0
Lead
0.003 mg/L
✓ Below action level
TDS
144.2 mg/L
Est. Daily Cost
$0.22
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 Endicott, your appliances are currently losing 11% efficiency due to mineral buildup.
| Appliance | In Endicott | Soft Water City | Efficiency Loss |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kettle | 6.8 yrs | 8.5 yrs | -20% |
| Washing Machine | 10.5 yrs | 12 yrs | -13% |
| Water Heater | 12.3 yrs | 15 yrs | -18% |
Regional Water Comparison
How Endicott compares to its nearest neighbours
| City | Hardness | PFAS (ppt) | Risk | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ▶ Endicott, New York | 83.5 mg/L | 4.2 ppt | 🟡 Moderately Hard | reservoir |
| Vestal, New York | 78.5 mg/L | 3.9 ppt | 🟡 Moderately Hard | reservoir |
| Johnson City, New York | 129.5 mg/L | 6.3 ppt | 🟠 Hard | reservoir |
| Binghamton, New York | 97.5 mg/L | 4.8 ppt | 🟡 Moderately Hard | reservoir |
| Cortland, New York | 73 mg/L | 3.7 ppt | 🟡 Moderately Hard | reservoir |
National Benchmark
How Endicott compares to the USA average
| Benchmark | Hardness | Appliance Risk |
|---|---|---|
| ▶ Endicott | 83.5 mg/L | 🟡 Low |
| USA National Avg | 150 mg/L | 🟠 Moderate |
| Badger Top Rated | 8.5 mg/L | 🟢 None |
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What Makes Endicott's Water Unique?
Local geology and source profile
Endicott, New York, in Broome County — a Broome County village adjacent to Binghamton and Johnson City on the Susquehanna River in south-central New York — receives its water from the Binghamton Metropolitan Water Board, drawing from Whitney Point Reservoir (Broome County) through the Broome County distribution.
The moderately soft 83.5 mg/L hardness and TDS of 144.2 mg/L reflect the south-central New York Broome County Appalachian Plateau supply's moderate character — the Devonian Catskill Formation's insoluble red bed sandstones contribute dilution, while the Devonian Hamilton Group's slightly calcareous shales add moderate hardness, consistent with the Susquehanna Valley communities (compare Geneva NY: 163 mg/L harder on the Finger Lakes Devonian limestone; Endicott softer on the insoluble Catskill). The Whitney Point watershed at Broome County — Devonian Catskill Formation (insoluble — primary dilutant), Devonian Hamilton Group (slightly calcareous — hardness contributor), and Quaternary glacial drift (slightly calcareous — minor TDS).
At 83.5 mg/L, Endicott's water is moderately soft — light scale forms slowly in appliances, dishwashers remain efficient, and no softening is needed. Annual descaling is appropriate. The PFAS level of 4.2 ppt warrants a certified drinking water filter — the Broome County former IBM/industrial corridor contribute to Endicott's readings.
Geology & Source: Endicott in Broome County draws from the Binghamton Metropolitan Water Board on Whitney Point Reservoir (Broome County, south-central New York) — the Susquehanna watershed at Broome County drains the Appalachian Plateau (Devonian Catskill Formation — insoluble) and Devonian Hamilton Group (slightly calcareous) — New York Broome County Susquehanna-Whitney Point Devonian Plateau supply produces moderately soft water at 83.5 mg/L with TDS 144.2 mg/L.