Water Hardness in Salisbury, MA

Q: Do I need a water softener in Salisbury, MA?

At a citywide weighted average of 25 PPM, Salisbury has relatively soft water. A water softener is generally not necessary.

Q: How many water systems serve Salisbury, MA?

Salisbury, Massachusetts has 21 matched water systems across 1 zip code.

Massachusetts · 1 zip codes · 21 matched water systems

25 PPM

1.5 GPG

Soft

0Soft60120180300+

Verified — Annual Water Quality Report

City avg (weighted): 25 PPM

Dataset updated March 9, 202621 matched water systems in the city rollupIndividual systems and ZIPs can differ. Methodology

System used for this reading

Lynn Water And Sewer Comm

MA3163000

Water source: surface water

Serves: 101,253

USGS environmental estimate: 123 PPM

Source context

How this city reading is built

This city reading is a weighted rollup across 21 matched water systems and 1 ZIP code. Citywide readings are useful for comparison, but individual utility zones and ZIPs can differ.

Source basis

21 verified treated-water sources

21 matched systems total for this city; treated-water reports are prioritized when available.

Water source profile

Primarily surface water

Surface-water hardness can shift with reservoirs, runoff, season, and treatment. 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 Salisbury

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

21 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.

Water System	Source	Hardness	Pop. Served	Data Source
Lynn Water And Sewer Comm MA3163000	surface water	25 PPM Soft USGS estimate: 123 PPM	101,253	Verified — Annual Water Quality Report
Salem And Beverly Water Supply Board MA3030001	surface water	25 PPM Soft	90,330	Verified — Annual Water Quality Report
Lawrence Water Works MA3149000	surface water	25 PPM Soft USGS estimate: 51 PPM	88,877	Verified — Annual Water Quality Report
Haverhill Water Dept MA3128000	surface water	25 PPM Soft USGS estimate: 27 PPM	63,235	Verified — Annual Water Quality Report
Peabody Water Dept. MA3229000	surface water	25 PPM Soft USGS estimate: 123 PPM	54,481	Verified — Annual Water Quality Report

Lynn Water And Sewer Comm

MA3163000

Soft

25 PPMsurface water101,253 servedVerified — Annual Water Quality Report

Source water: 123 PPM

Salem And Beverly Water Supply Board

MA3030001

Soft

25 PPMsurface water90,330 servedVerified — Annual Water Quality Report

Source water: 25 PPM

Lawrence Water Works

MA3149000

Soft

25 PPMsurface water88,877 servedVerified — Annual Water Quality Report

Source water: 51 PPM

Haverhill Water Dept

MA3128000

Soft

25 PPMsurface water63,235 servedVerified — Annual Water Quality Report

Source water: 27 PPM

Peabody Water Dept.

MA3229000

Soft

25 PPMsurface water54,481 servedVerified — Annual Water Quality Report

Source water: 123 PPM

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Zip Codes in Salisbury, MA

0195225

What This Means For You

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

Your Water Is Soft

Your water hardness is in the soft range. You likely don't need a water softener. Enjoy your naturally soft water!

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Frequently Asked Questions

How hard is the water in Salisbury, MA?

The citywide weighted average water hardness in Salisbury, MA is 25 PPM (1.5 GPG), classified as soft. This is based on 21 matched water systems.

Do I need a water softener in Salisbury, MA?

At 25 PPM, the citywide average is relatively soft. A water softener is generally not necessary.

Is hard water in Salisbury, MA 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 Salisbury, MA?

Salisbury, Massachusetts is served by 21 matched water systems across 1 zip code.

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