Water Consumption vs. Activities
Typical human activities and average water consumption
The values bellow indicates water consumption vs. human activities.
| Activity | Water Consumption | |
|---|---|---|
| (gallons) | (liters) | |
| Brushing teeth, tap running | 2 - 3 | 7.5 - 11.5 |
| Bath | 30 - 40 | 115 - 150 |
| Dish-washing by hand, tap running | 10 - 20 | 38 - 75 |
| Dishwasher | 7 - 10 | 26 - 38 |
| Food preparation | 11 - 19 | |
| Hands washing, tap running | 1 - 2 | 3.5 - 7.5 |
| Laundry machine, clothes washer | 25 - 40 | 150 |
| Shaving, tap running | 2 - 5 | 7.5 - 19 |
| Shower (per minute) | 2 - 4 | 7.5 - 15 |
| Toilet (per flush) | 1.5 - 4 | 5.5 - 15 |
