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

The USA national average is 151 mg/L. Laurelton (≈ 60–119 mg/L) is 61 mg/L softer than average.

Laurelton Water Hardness & Quality Report (2026)

Water Hardness

moderately hard

~60–119 mg/L

Moderately Hard

estimated · not lab-verified

Source

reservoir

pH Level

7.4

neutral = 7.0

Lead

0.002 mg/L

✓ Below action level

TDS

117.9 mg/L

Est. Daily Cost

$0.24

energy & soap waste

Source: See methodology section below · Updated 2026

moderately hard~60–119 mg/LModerately Hard · 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 Laurelton, your appliances are currently losing 12% efficiency due to mineral buildup.

Appliance	In Laurelton	Soft Water City	Efficiency Loss
Kettle	7.5 yrs	8.5 yrs	-12%
Washing Machine	10.6 yrs	12 yrs	-12%
Water Heater	13.2 yrs	15 yrs	-12%

Regional Water Comparison

How Laurelton compares to its nearest neighbours

City	Hardness	PFAS (ppt)	Risk	Source
▶ Laurelton, New York	≈ 60–119 mg/L	3.6 ppt	🟡 Moderately Hard	reservoir
Rosedale, New York	≈ 120–179 mg/L	3.6 ppt	🟠 Hard	reservoir
Springfield Gardens, New York	≈ 120–179 mg/L	8.4 ppt	🟠 Hard	reservoir
Cambria Heights, New York	≈ 60–120 mg/L	3.5 ppt	🟡 Moderately Hard	reservoir
Valley Stream, New York	≈ 120–179 mg/L	3.6 ppt	🟠 Hard	reservoir

National Benchmark

How Laurelton compares to the USA average

Benchmark	Hardness	Appliance Risk
▶ Laurelton	≈ 60–119 mg/L	🟡 Low
USA National Avg	151 mg/L	🟠 Moderate
Scarsdale Top Rated	0.02 mg/L	🟢 None

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What Makes Laurelton's Water Unique?

Local geology and source profile

Source: ReservoirTDS: 117.9 mg/LpH: 7.4

Laurelton is a neighborhood in Queens County, New York, served by the New York City Department of Environmental Protection (NYC DEP). The water supply is drawn from the Catskill-Delaware Reservoir system, which collects water from the Delaware and Catskill watersheds in upstate New York. The NYC DEP manages an extensive distribution and treatment network delivering water throughout the five boroughs, including this southeast Queens neighborhood, though no specific local treatment plant names are detailed in available data.

The Catskill and Delaware watersheds drain the Catskill Mountains, underlain by Devonian-Silurian shale and sandstone of the Catskill Delta clastic wedge and Devonian clastic terrain. These siliciclastic rock formations are low in calcium-rich carbonates, limiting mineral dissolution as water moves through the watershed. The result is a moderately soft supply with low total dissolved solids, characteristic of this Catskill Delta drainage region.

As moderately soft water, Laurelton's supply produces good lather with minimal soap and leaves little to no scale on fixtures, water heaters, and appliances such as dishwashers and washing machines. Maintenance needs are minimal and a water softener is not required. Residents seeking specific water quality data should contact the NYC DEP directly or request the annual Consumer Confidence Report for comprehensive contaminant and treatment information.

Geology & Source: Queens County — NYC DEP draws from the Catskill-Delaware Reservoir system; Devonian-Silurian shale and sandstone of the Catskill Mountains (Catskill Delta) produce moderately soft water

Other New York Water Reports

Rosedale

≈ 120–179 mg/L

🟠 Hard

Springfield Gardens

≈ 120–179 mg/L

🟠 Hard

Cambria Heights

≈ 60–120 mg/L

🟡 Moderately Hard

Valley Stream

≈ 120–179 mg/L

🟠 Hard

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Laurelton's water safe to drink?

Yes. Laurelton's water meets all federal safety standards. The hardness is ≈ 60–119 mg/L (Moderately Hard), which is safe to drink. High hardness affects appliances and taste, but poses no health risk.

Do I need a water softener in Laurelton?

Laurelton's water is moderately hard at ≈ 60–119 mg/L. A water softener is generally not necessary, though a carbon filter can improve taste and remove any remaining chlorine.

How does Laurelton compare to the USA average?

The USA national average is 151 mg/L. Laurelton (≈ 60–119 mg/L) is 61 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 Laurelton 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.