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

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

Perrysburg Water Hardness & Quality Report (2026)

Water Hardness

hard

~120–179 mg/L

Hard

estimated · not lab-verified

Source

groundwater

pH Level

8.1

neutral = 7.0

Lead

0.005 mg/L

✓ Below action level

TDS

395.9 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 Perrysburg, your appliances are currently losing 20% efficiency due to mineral buildup.

Appliance	In Perrysburg	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 Perrysburg compares to its nearest neighbours

City	Hardness	PFAS (ppt)	Risk	Source
▶ Perrysburg, Ohio	≈ 120–179 mg/L	7.2 ppt	🟠 Hard	groundwater
Maumee, Ohio	≈ 120–179 mg/L	0 ppt	🟠 Hard	river
Toledo, Ohio	≈ 180+ mg/L	3 ppt	🔴 Very Hard	river
Oregon, Ohio	≈ 180+ mg/L	6.1 ppt	🔴 Very Hard	river
Sylvania, Ohio	≈ 0–60 mg/L	0 ppt	🟢 Soft	river

National Benchmark

How Perrysburg compares to the USA average

Benchmark	Hardness	Appliance Risk
▶ Perrysburg	≈ 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 Perrysburg's Water Unique?

Local geology and source profile

Source: GroundwaterTDS: 395.9 mg/LpH: 8.1

Perrysburg City Water Utility serves the Perrysburg area in Wood County, Ohio, drawing surface water from the Maumee River. The utility purchases treated surface water and applies chlorine disinfection. The water system serves neighborhoods including Crosswinds and Stonebridge, with the administrative office at 5125 Whitehouse-Spencer Road, Whitehouse, OH 43571. Contact: 419-213-2926.

The Maumee River watershed drains a large portion of northwest Ohio and southeast Michigan, flowing through glacially-modified terrain underlain by Paleozoic carbonate and shale formations, particularly Devonian-age limestone and dolomite. This geology naturally enriches the river water with dissolved calcium and magnesium, resulting in a hard water supply. Industrial and agricultural runoff entering the Maumee River further complicates the water's chemical profile before treatment.

Perrysburg's hard water creates typical scaling problems in household appliances, water heaters, and plumbing fixtures, reducing soap and detergent effectiveness. Mineral buildup accumulates in dishwashers, washing machines, and pipes over time. A water softening system is recommended to extend appliance lifespan and improve cleaning efficiency, particularly for laundry and dishwashing. The utility applies chlorine disinfection to meet EPA safety standards; reported contaminants above MCLGs include hexavalent chromium, and specific water chemistry protocols are employed to protect pipes. Residents should consult the utility's most recent Consumer Confidence Report or contact 419-213-2926 for detailed contaminant data.

Geology & Source: Maumee River watershed; glacially-deposited sediments over Paleozoic Devonian limestone and dolomite — carbonate-rich formations and glacial till yield hard water

Other Ohio Water Reports

Maumee

≈ 120–179 mg/L

🟠 Hard

Toledo

≈ 180+ mg/L

🔴 Very Hard

Oregon

≈ 180+ mg/L

🔴 Very Hard

Sylvania

≈ 0–60 mg/L

🟢 Soft

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Perrysburg's water safe to drink?

Yes. Perrysburg'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 Perrysburg?

At ≈ 120–179 mg/L (Hard), Perrysburg'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 Perrysburg compare to the USA average?

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