Water hardness in Rohnert Park
9.3 gpg hard
Tap water in Rohnert Park is hard: 9.3 gpg (159 mg/L · 8.9 °dH · 15.9 °fH).
Source: California SWRCB Division of Drinking Water, EDT lab results, system CA4910014 (2026-03) · data checked 2026-10-19
Range across supply zones: 103–283 mg/L.
The Rohnert Park figure comes from State Water Resources Control Board lab results for the City of Rohnert Park system. The median of 43 results from 2021 to 2026, taken at 23 well points, is 159 mg/L as CaCO3 (9.3 gpg), with a range of 103.2 to 283 mg/L. That is hard water, and it varies by well. Expect visible scale on kettles and shower screens.
USGS classes: soft 0–60, moderately hard 61–120, hard 121–180, very hard >180 mg/L.
Water data
| Total hardness | 9.3 gpg |
|---|---|
| Utility | Rohnert Park, City Of |
How Rohnert Park compares
- Tap water in Rohnert Park is close to the median of the 1372 cities we track in the United States (9.1 gpg).
- By hardness it ranks 678 of 1372 in the United States (1 = hardest); 51 % of these cities have softer water.
- In California it is number 180 of 336 cities; the regional median is 9.5 gpg.
- Nearest city with clearly softer water: Cotati, 2 km away (6.4 gpg).
- Nearest city with clearly harder water: South San Francisco, 81 km away (13 gpg).
Ranking of the hardest and softest water in the United States →
What it means at home
- Fast scale on taps, shower screens and kettle; white spots on glassware.
- Water heater: efficiency loss and element failures within years if unprotected.
- Dry skin and dull hair after showering are common.
- Softener recommended; jug or reverse osmosis for drinking.
How much salt will you use for softening?
Recommended, especially with a heater or boiler: scale cuts efficiency and shortens its life.
Descale a coffee machine or kettle about every 2 months (typical manufacturer guidance for this hardness).
Estimates for planning, not a quote. Check your appliance manual for exact settings.
Dishwasher setting in Rohnert Park
| Brand | Setting for this water |
|---|---|
| Bosch | H02 |
| Miele | 9 °dH |
| AEG / Electrolux | 2 |
| Beko | 3rd |
| Hoover | S1 |
| LG | H2 |
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 Rohnert Park water hard or soft?
It is hard: 159 mg/L as CaCO₃ (9.3 gpg, 8.9 °dH). The usual bands are soft < 60, moderately hard 60–120, hard 120–180 and very hard > 180 mg/L.
Is tap water in Rohnert Park safe to drink?
Hardness is not a health issue; it is about limescale, taste and appliances. Mains water must meet national drinking-water standards. USGS classes: soft 0–60, moderately hard 61–120, hard 121–180, very hard >180 mg/L.
How many grains per gallon is Rohnert Park water?
9.3 gpg, equal to 8.9 °dH, 15.9 °fH or 159 mg/L calcium carbonate.
What dishwasher salt setting should I use in Rohnert Park?
For 159 mg/L (8.9 °dH) check your manufacturer's table: level 4–5.
Do I need a water softener in Rohnert Park?
Recommended if you have a water heater, boiler or tankless unit: it saves repairs and detergent.
Source
Source: California SWRCB Division of Drinking Water, EDT lab results, system CA4910014 (2026-03). Method: own measurement. California SWRCB Division of Drinking Water, EDT lab results, system CA4910014 · Outdated figure? Tell us