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Water Hardness in Post Falls, ID

Idaho · 1 zip codes · 13 matched water systems

124 PPM
7.3 GPG
Moderately Hard
0Soft60120180300+
High Confidence — USGS Monitoring

Dataset updated March 9, 202613 matched water systems in the city rollupIndividual systems and ZIPs can differ. Methodology

Source context

How this city reading is built

This city reading is a weighted rollup across 13 matched water systems and 1 ZIP code. Citywide readings are useful for comparison, but individual utility zones and ZIPs can differ.

Source basis
9 USGS-backed sources
13 matched systems total for this city; USGS monitoring is used where treated-water reports are unavailable.
Water source profile
Primarily groundwater
Groundwater commonly picks up calcium and magnesium after contact with rock and soil. 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 in Post Falls

These systems are matched to Post Falls, ID. Citywide readings are useful for comparison, but the system serving a specific address may differ from the city average.

13 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.
Coeur D Alene City Of
ID1280053
Slightly Hard
97 PPMgroundwater54,115 servedHigh Confidence — USGS Monitoring
Post Falls City Of
ID1280147
Moderately Hard
151 PPMgroundwater20,285 servedHigh Confidence — USGS Monitoring
East Greenacres Irrigation Dist
ID1280064
Moderately Hard
151 PPMgroundwater11,165 servedHigh Confidence — USGS Monitoring
Rathdrum City Of
ID1280152
Moderately Hard
151 PPMgroundwater10,358 servedHigh Confidence — USGS Monitoring
Ross Point Water Dist
ID1280163
Moderately Hard
150 PPMgroundwater8,965 servedEstimated — County Avg
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Zip Codes in Post Falls, ID

What This Means For You

Recommendations are based on the displayed hardness reading. Confirm your tap reading before sizing or buying treatment equipment.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How hard is the water in Post Falls, ID?

The citywide weighted average water hardness in Post Falls, ID is 124 PPM (7.3 GPG), classified as moderately hard. This is based on 13 matched water systems.

Do I need a water softener in Post Falls, ID?

With a citywide average hardness of 124 PPM, a water softener is worth considering for homes in Post Falls. Confirm your tap reading before sizing equipment.

Is hard water in Post Falls, ID 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 Post Falls, ID?

Post Falls, Idaho is served by 13 matched water systems across 1 zip code.

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