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

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

Freeport Water Hardness & Quality Report (2026)

Water Hardness

soft

~0–59 mg/L

Soft

estimated · not lab-verified

Source

groundwater

pH Level

neutral = 7.0

Lead

0.007 mg/L

✓ Below action level

TDS

343.6 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 Freeport, your appliances are currently losing 4% efficiency due to mineral buildup.

Appliance	In Freeport	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 Freeport compares to its nearest neighbours

City	Hardness	PFAS (ppt)	Risk	Source
▶ Freeport, New York	≈ 0–59 mg/L	0 ppt	🟢 Soft	groundwater
Roosevelt, New York	34.4 mg/L	3.5 ppt	🟢 Soft	reservoir
Baldwin, New York	≈ 180+ mg/L	4.6 ppt	🔴 Very Hard	groundwater
Merrick, New York	10.95 mg/L	18.8 ppt	🟢 Soft	groundwater
North Merrick, New York	2.8 mg/L	3.4 ppt	🟢 Soft	reservoir

National Benchmark

How Freeport compares to the USA average

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

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What Makes Freeport's Water Unique?

Local geology and source profile

Source: GroundwaterTDS: 343.6 mg/LpH: 8

The Village of Freeport Water Department serves approximately 56,000 residents in Freeport, New York, within Nassau County on Long Island. The utility operates 11 drilled wells at three well fields, extracting water from the Magothy aquifer at depths of 500 to 700 feet. There are no surface water treatment plants; water undergoes natural filtration through the aquifer and minimal treatment at the wellheads, including disinfection. Freeport maintains its independent supply, distinct from neighboring areas served by Hempstead or other utilities, drawing exclusively from this major Long Island groundwater system.

The watershed is the Magothy aquifer system, part of Long Island's groundwater resources recharged by precipitation in central Nassau and Suffolk Counties. Key rock formations include the Cretaceous Magothy Formation sands and underlying Raritan Formation clays, with glacial outwash sands above. This geology yields very soft water due to limited mineral leaching from siliceous sands rather than carbonate rocks, producing low levels of dissolved calcium and magnesium. The aquifer's confined nature protects it from surface pollution, though it shows susceptibility to nitrates and industrial solvents per source assessments.

Freeport's very soft water means minimal scale buildup, extending appliance life without hard water issues like limescale in pipes or heaters. Dishwashers, washing machines, and water heaters face little mineral accumulation; users should note the softness when installing new appliances to avoid over-sudsing or needing detergent adjustments. No water softener is needed or recommended — soft water reduces energy costs and maintenance, and soap lathers easily. Water quality meets all EPA MCLs with no violations per the 2024 Annual Water Quality Report; pH ranges 7.5–8.5 (average 7.7), lead and copper levels comply, and no notable PFAS, 1,4-dioxane, or synthetic organics exceed limits. Total hardness is minor (3.7–4.8 mg/L) with alkalinity 33.5–38.9 mg/L; treatment is basic disinfection with regular monitoring for 100+ contaminants.

Geology & Source: Magothy aquifer, Long Island — Upper Cretaceous Magothy Formation permeable sands and gravels with overlying glacial outwash; minimal limestone content limits calcium/magnesium dissolution, yielding very soft water

Other New York Water Reports

Roosevelt

34.4 mg/L

🟢 Soft

Baldwin

≈ 180+ mg/L

🔴 Very Hard

Merrick

10.95 mg/L

🟢 Soft

North Merrick

2.8 mg/L

🟢 Soft

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Freeport's water safe to drink?

Yes. Freeport'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 Freeport?

Freeport'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 Freeport compare to the USA average?

The USA national average is 151 mg/L. Freeport (≈ 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 Freeport 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.