Endicott Water Hardness & Quality Report (2026)
Water Hardness
~120–179 mg/L
Hardestimated · not lab-verified
Source
groundwater
pH Level
7.3
neutral = 7.0
Lead
0.003 mg/L
✓ Below action level
TDS
222 mg/L
Est. Daily Cost
$0.40
energy & soap waste
Source: See methodology section below · 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 20% efficiency due to mineral buildup.
| Appliance | In Endicott | 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 Endicott compares to its nearest neighbours
| City | Hardness | PFAS (ppt) | Risk | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ▶ Endicott, New York | ≈ 120–179 mg/L | 0 ppt | 🟠 Hard | groundwater |
| Vestal, New York | 78.5 mg/L | 10.7 ppt | 🟡 Moderately Hard | groundwater |
| Endwell, New York | ≈ 120–179 mg/L | 4.2 ppt | 🟠 Hard | reservoir |
| Johnson City, New York | ≈ 0–60 mg/L | 88.6 ppt | 🟢 Soft | groundwater |
| Binghamton, New York | ≈ 120–179 mg/L | 24.8 ppt | 🟠 Hard | reservoir |
National Benchmark
How Endicott compares to the USA average
| Benchmark | Hardness | Appliance Risk |
|---|---|---|
| ▶ Endicott | ≈ 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 Endicott's Water Unique?
Local geology and source profile
Endicott Municipal Water Works supplies the Village of Endicott, New York, a community of roughly 45,357 residents in Broome County. Their operational hub is located at 1009 East Main Street, Endicott, NY 13760. The entire water supply is drawn from an underground aquifer, accessed through multiple boreholes strategically placed along the Susquehanna River corridor. To ensure safety, the utility utilizes air stripping and conventional treatment processes, with chlorine serving as the main disinfectant.
The water originates from Paleozoic bedrock formations characteristic of the Appalachian physiographic province in central New York. This Susquehanna River valley aquifer system receives its recharge from glacial deposits and fractured bedrock, typical of the region's Devonian and Ordovician-age formations. This geological makeup results in a moderately hard water supply, a consequence of dissolved carbonate minerals found in the local limestone and dolomite layers beneath the surface.
With its moderate hardness, Endicott's water might lead to some soap scum in bathrooms, scale buildup within water heaters and kettles, and a decrease in how well detergents perform. Appliances that use heat, such as water heaters, dishwashers, and washing machines, are particularly prone to accumulating mineral deposits over time. Homeowners could find benefit in regularly descaling fixtures and possibly installing a water softener, though softening isn't strictly required for health at this hardness level. Endicott's 2026 water quality report noted 13 contaminants above EPA health guidelines in at least one area, including arsenic, radium, and 1,4-Dioxane. Residents are encouraged to review the annual Consumer Confidence Report on the Village of Endicott website for the most current compliance information.
Geology & Source: Paleozoic carbonate and silicate bedrock; moderate hardness from mineral dissolution
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Data Sources & Methodology
Water quality data for Endicott is derived from geographic and geological modelling of the surrounding region. No federal monitoring station data was available for this location.
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.
pH
Estimated from regional geology and source water characteristics. pH is correlated with water hardness and local bedrock — values may differ from utility-reported figures.
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.
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.
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.
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.