Water Scarcity Calculator
Assess water scarcity levels using the Falkenmark Water Stress Indicator based on per capita water availability.
Water Resources
Sectoral Use (%)
Future Projections
Negative = decrease, Positive = increase
Water Scarcity Status
No Stress
10,000 m3/capita/year
Withdrawal Ratio
5.0%
Future Per Capita
7,500 m3
Sectoral Withdrawal
Domestic10.0 million m3
Industrial7.5 million m3
Agricultural32.5 million m3
Falkenmark Thresholds
No Stress: >1,700 m3/capita/year
Water Stress: 1,000-1,700 m3
Water Scarcity: 500-1,000 m3
Absolute Scarcity: < 500 m3
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Editorial Note
MyCalcBuddy Editorial Team
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Formula Source: Standard Mathematical References
by Various
🔄Last reviewed: May 2026
✓Formula checks are based on standard references and internal QA review.