Water Hardness in New Hope, PA

Pennsylvania · 1 zip codes · 23 matched water systems

159 PPM
9.3 GPG
Moderately Hard
0Soft60120180300+
High Confidence - USGS Monitoring

Dataset updated March 9, 202623 matched water systems in the city rollupIndividual systems and ZIPs can differ. Methodology

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Is New Hope, PA Water Hard or Soft?

The citywide weighted average water hardness in New Hope, PA is 159 PPM (9.3 GPG), classified as moderately hard. Individual systems, ZIP codes, and private wells can differ.

Displayed reading
159 PPM
Moderately Hard
Local coverage
1 ZIP
23 matched water systems
Source label
USGS monitoring
High Confidence - USGS Monitoring

Water hardness is not a drinking-water safety score. It measures calcium and magnesium minerals, and address-level results can shift by pressure zone, supply blend, building plumbing, or private well.

Source context

How this city reading is built

This city reading is a weighted rollup across 23 matched water systems and 1 ZIP code. Citywide readings are useful for comparison, but individual utility zones and ZIPs can differ.

Source basis
17 USGS-backed sources
23 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 New Hope

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

23 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.
Moderately Hard
148 PPMsurface water63,007 servedEstimated - Nearby Data
Hard
184 PPMsurface water59,001 servedHigh Confidence - USGS Monitoring
Moderately Hard
154 PPMsurface water52,621 servedHigh Confidence - USGS Monitoring
Moderately Hard
148 PPMsurface water40,000 servedHigh Confidence - USGS Monitoring
Moderately Hard
148 PPMsurface water38,500 servedHigh Confidence - USGS Monitoring
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Zip Codes in New Hope, PA

What This Means For You

Use this city reading as a local planning estimate, not a final treatment specification. Hardness can vary by utility zone, seasonal blend, private well, and building plumbing. Confirm your tap reading with a utility report or home hardness test before sizing equipment.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How hard is the water in New Hope, PA?

The citywide weighted average water hardness in New Hope, PA is 159 PPM (9.3 GPG), classified as moderately hard. This is based on 23 matched water systems.

Do I need a water softener in New Hope, PA?

With a citywide average hardness of 159 PPM, a water softener is worth considering for homes in New Hope. Confirm your tap reading before sizing equipment.

Is hard water in New Hope, 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 New Hope, PA?

New Hope, Pennsylvania is served by 23 matched water systems across 1 zip code.

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