Water Hardness in East Stroudsburg, PA

Q: Do I need a water softener in East Stroudsburg, PA?

At a citywide weighted average of 42 PPM, East Stroudsburg has relatively soft water. A water softener is generally not necessary.

Q: How many water systems serve East Stroudsburg, PA?

East Stroudsburg, Pennsylvania has 12 matched water systems across 1 zip code.

Pennsylvania · 1 zip codes · 12 matched water systems

42 PPM

2.4 GPG

Soft

0Soft60120180300+

High Confidence — USGS Monitoring

Dataset updated March 9, 202612 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 12 matched water systems and 1 ZIP code. Citywide readings are useful for comparison, but individual utility zones and ZIPs can differ.

Source basis

12 USGS-backed sources

12 matched systems total for this city; USGS monitoring is used where treated-water reports are unavailable.

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 East Stroudsburg

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

12 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
Brodhead Creek Reg Water Auth PA2450034	surface water	19 PPM Soft	30,000	High Confidence — USGS Monitoring
Pawc Pocono District PA2450063	groundwater	63 PPM Slightly Hard	17,860	High Confidence — USGS Monitoring
E Stroudsburg Boro Water Dept PA2450023	surface water	19 PPM Soft	13,000	High Confidence — USGS Monitoring
Penn Estates Utilities Incorp PA2450065	groundwater	111 PPM Slightly Hard	4,300	High Confidence — USGS Monitoring
Pocono/Jackson Water Authority PA2450122	groundwater	111 PPM Slightly Hard	2,100	High Confidence — USGS Monitoring

Brodhead Creek Reg Water Auth

PA2450034

Soft

19 PPMsurface water30,000 servedHigh Confidence — USGS Monitoring

Pawc Pocono District

PA2450063

Slightly Hard

63 PPMgroundwater17,860 servedHigh Confidence — USGS Monitoring

E Stroudsburg Boro Water Dept

PA2450023

Soft

19 PPMsurface water13,000 servedHigh Confidence — USGS Monitoring

Penn Estates Utilities Incorp

PA2450065

Slightly Hard

111 PPMgroundwater4,300 servedHigh Confidence — USGS Monitoring

Pocono/Jackson Water Authority

PA2450122

Slightly Hard

111 PPMgroundwater2,100 servedHigh Confidence — USGS Monitoring

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Zip Codes in East Stroudsburg, PA

1830142

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 East Stroudsburg, PA?

The citywide weighted average water hardness in East Stroudsburg, PA is 42 PPM (2.4 GPG), classified as soft. This is based on 12 matched water systems.

Do I need a water softener in East Stroudsburg, PA?

At 42 PPM, the citywide average is relatively soft. A water softener is generally not necessary.

Is hard water in East Stroudsburg, PA 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 East Stroudsburg, PA?

East Stroudsburg, Pennsylvania is served by 12 matched water systems across 1 zip code.

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