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Water Hardness in Bend, OR

Oregon · 2 zip codes · 34 matched water systems

20 PPM
1.2 GPG
Soft
0Soft60120180300+
Verified — Annual Water Quality Report

City avg (weighted): 20 PPM

Dataset updated March 9, 202634 matched water systems in the city rollupIndividual systems and ZIPs can differ. Methodology

System used for this reading
Bend, City Of
OR4100100
Water source: surface water
Serves: 77,704
USGS environmental estimate: 76 PPM
Source context

How this city reading is built

This city reading is a weighted rollup across 34 matched water systems and 2 ZIP codes. Citywide readings are useful for comparison, but individual utility zones and ZIPs can differ.

Source basis
34 verified treated-water sources
34 matched systems total for this city; treated-water reports are prioritized when available.
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 Bend

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

34 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.
Bend, City Of
OR4100100
Soft
20 PPMsurface water77,704 servedVerified — Annual Water Quality Report
Source water: 76 PPM
Redmond Water Department
OR4100693
Soft
20 PPMgroundwater37,566 servedVerified — Annual Water Quality Report
Source water: 18 PPM
Avion Wc - Greater Avion
OR4100091
Soft
20 PPMgroundwater35,332 servedVerified — Annual Water Quality Report
Source water: 18 PPM
Roats Water System
OR4100113
Soft
20 PPMgroundwater6,469 servedVerified — Annual Water Quality Report
Source water: 18 PPM
Chenowith Pud
OR4100867
Soft
20 PPMgroundwater4,500 servedVerified — Annual Water Quality Report
Source water: 18 PPM
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Zip Codes in Bend, OR

97701209770220

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 Bend, OR?

The citywide weighted average water hardness in Bend, OR is 20 PPM (1.2 GPG), classified as soft. This is based on 34 matched water systems.

Do I need a water softener in Bend, OR?

At 20 PPM, the citywide average is relatively soft. A water softener is generally not necessary.

Is hard water in Bend, OR 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 Bend, OR?

Bend, Oregon is served by 34 matched water systems across 2 zip codes.

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