Water Hardness in Burke, NY

Q: Do I need a water softener in Burke, NY?

At a citywide weighted average of 103 PPM, Burke has relatively soft water. A water softener is generally not necessary.

Q: How many water systems serve Burke, NY?

Burke, New York has 2 matched water systems across 1 zip code.

New York · 1 zip codes · 2 matched water systems

103 PPM

6 GPG

Slightly Hard

0Soft60120180300+

High Confidence — USGS Monitoring

Dataset updated March 9, 20262 matched water systems in the city rollupIndividual systems and ZIPs can differ. Methodology

Source context

How this city reading is built

This city reading is a weighted rollup across 2 matched water systems and 1 ZIP code. Citywide readings are useful for comparison, but individual utility zones and ZIPs can differ.

Source basis

2 USGS-backed sources

2 matched systems total for this city; USGS monitoring is used where treated-water reports are unavailable.

Water source profile

Primarily groundwater

Groundwater commonly picks up calcium and magnesium after contact with rock and soil. This profile is weighted by known population served across matched systems.

Data recency

March 9, 2026

Dataset rebuilt March 9, 2026; individual utility reporting years can vary.

Hardness is a mineral-content reading, not a drinking-water safety rating. Use it for scale, appliance, and softener decisions; check your utility report or test your tap before sizing treatment equipment. See how we calculate local readings.

Water Systems in Burke

These systems are matched to Burke, NY. Citywide readings are useful for comparison, but the system serving a specific address may differ from the city average.

2 water systems

PWSID is the public water system identifier. Data Source shows whether the hardness value comes from a treated-water report, USGS monitoring, or a local estimate; source year is shown when available.

Water System	Source	Hardness	Pop. Served	Data Source
Malone V NY1600008	groundwater	103 PPM Slightly Hard	13,232	High Confidence — USGS Monitoring
Burke V NY1600005	groundwater	143 PPM Moderately Hard	273	High Confidence — USGS Monitoring

Malone V

NY1600008

Slightly Hard

103 PPMgroundwater13,232 servedHigh Confidence — USGS Monitoring

Burke V

NY1600005

Moderately Hard

143 PPMgroundwater273 servedHigh Confidence — USGS Monitoring

Zip Codes in Burke, NY

12917103

What This Means For You

Recommendations are based on the displayed hardness reading. Confirm your tap reading before sizing or buying treatment equipment.

Slightly Hard Water

Your water is slightly hard. You may notice minor spotting on dishes or a slight film on faucets. A water softener is optional but can improve water quality.

Recommended Products

Water Hardness Test Kit

Our PickVarify (150 Strips)Also GreatJNW Direct (150 Strips)

Salt-Free Water Conditioner

Our PickSpringWell Salt-Free Cartridge

Learn more: Do I Need a Water Softener? | Salt-Based vs Salt-Free | How to Test Your Water

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Frequently Asked Questions

How hard is the water in Burke, NY?

The citywide weighted average water hardness in Burke, NY is 103 PPM (6 GPG), classified as slightly hard. This is based on 2 matched water systems.

Do I need a water softener in Burke, NY?

At 103 PPM, the citywide average is relatively soft. A water softener is generally not necessary.

Is hard water in Burke, NY safe to drink?

Water hardness itself is a mineral-content reading, not a drinking-water safety rating. Calcium and magnesium are naturally occurring minerals, but you should check your utility's Consumer Confidence Report for contaminant and compliance information.

How many water systems serve Burke, NY?

Burke, New York is served by 2 matched water systems across 1 zip code.