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Water Hardness in 14513

Newark, New York · Wayne County

357 PPM
20.9 GPG
Very Hard
0Soft60120180300+
High Confidence - USGS Monitoring

Dataset updated March 9, 2026Matched to 3 water systemsTap readings can vary by utility zone, treatment, and plumbing. Methodology

Source context

How this ZIP reading is built

This ZIP reading is built from 3 matched water systems. When more than one system is matched, the displayed value is weighted toward larger known service populations when that data is available.

Source basis
3 USGS-backed sources
3 matched systems total for this ZIP; USGS monitoring is used where treated-water reports are unavailable.
Water source profile
Primarily surface water
Surface-water hardness can shift with reservoirs, runoff, season, and treatment. 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 Serving 14513

These are the systems matched to this ZIP code. The displayed ZIP value is weighted toward larger known service populations when population data is available.

3 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.
Palmyra-Macedon-Walworth Csa
NY5801257
Very Hard
313 PPMsurface water24,267 servedHigh Confidence - USGS Monitoring
Ontario Town Benefit Area #1
NY5801233
Very Hard
464 PPMsurface water10,136 servedHigh Confidence - USGS Monitoring
Hidden Hollow
NY3420254
Very Hard
372 PPMgroundwater32 servedHigh Confidence - USGS Monitoring

Nearby Zip Codes

144893601452235714505357145324911443248214551343145045051454846614568369144333581458937414502357

What This Means For You

Use this ZIP reading as a local planning estimate, not a final treatment specification. Hardness can vary by utility zone, seasonal blend, private well, and building plumbing. Confirm your tap reading with a utility report or home hardness test before sizing equipment.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is the water hard in Newark, NY (14513)?

The average water hardness in 14513 is 357 PPM (20.9 GPG), which is classified as very hard.

Do I need a water softener in 14513?

With hardness of 357 PPM, a water softener is recommended for homes in 14513.

Is hard water in 14513 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 14513?

Zip code 14513 in Newark, New York is served by 3 water systems.

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