Water hardness in Yorkton
600 mg/L very hard
Tap water in Yorkton is very hard: 600 mg/L (35 gpg · 33.6 °dH · 60 °fH).
Source: City of Yorkton, Water Treatment and Storage (2025) · data checked 2026-11-02
The City of Yorkton says the average total hardness of its water is approximately 600 mg/L as CaCO3. The page gives a rounded figure with no year or range. This is very hard water. It is consistent with the raw groundwater wells in the area, which tested higher still on provincial records. Expect heavy scale, and a softener is common here.
Health Canada: hardness above 200 mg/L is considered poor but tolerable; above 500 mg/L unacceptable.
Water data
| Total hardness | 600 mg/L |
|---|---|
| Utility | City of Yorkton |
How Yorkton compares
- Tap water in Yorkton is 493 % harder than the median of the 254 cities we track in Canada (101 mg/L).
- By hardness it ranks 1 of 254 in Canada (1 = hardest); 100 % of these cities have softer water.
- In Saskatchewan it is number 1 of 7 cities; the regional median is 190 mg/L.
Ranking of the hardest and softest water in Canada →
What it means at home
- Severe scale: heater elements and washing-machine heaters fail early.
- Detergent use is very high; taps and screens coat within days.
- Dishwasher at maximum salt setting.
- An ion-exchange softener is practically essential; RO for drinking water.
How much salt will you use for softening?
Yes. At this hardness a softener pays for itself through appliance life and detergent.
Descale a coffee machine or kettle about every 1 months (typical manufacturer guidance for this hardness).
Estimates for planning, not a quote. Check your appliance manual for exact settings.
Dishwasher setting in Yorkton
| Brand | Setting for this water |
|---|---|
| Bosch | H07 |
| Miele | 34 °dH |
| AEG / Electrolux | 7 |
| Beko | 6th |
| Hoover | S4 |
| LG | H4 |
From each brand's manual for the model family named in the source; your model may differ, so check its manual. All brands and how to change the setting →
FAQ
Is Yorkton water hard or soft?
It is very hard: 600 mg/L as CaCO₃ (35 gpg, 33.6 °dH). The usual bands are soft < 60, moderately hard 60–120, hard 120–180 and very hard > 180 mg/L.
Is tap water in Yorkton safe to drink?
Hardness is not a health issue; it is about limescale, taste and appliances. Mains water must meet national drinking-water standards. Health Canada: hardness above 200 mg/L is considered poor but tolerable; above 500 mg/L unacceptable.
How many grains per gallon is Yorkton water?
35 gpg, equal to 33.6 °dH, 60 °fH or 600 mg/L calcium carbonate.
What dishwasher salt setting should I use in Yorkton?
For 600 mg/L (33.6 °dH) check your manufacturer's table: maximum level (5–7).
Do I need a water softener in Yorkton?
Yes, unless you are only passing through: scale damages appliances within a few years.
Source
Source: City of Yorkton, Water Treatment and Storage (2025). Method: figure published by the water supplier. City of Yorkton, Water Treatment and Storage · Outdated figure? Tell us