Water Hardness in Scranton, PA

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

At a citywide weighted average of 40 PPM, Scranton has relatively soft water. A water softener is generally not necessary.

Q: How many water systems serve Scranton, PA?

Scranton, Pennsylvania has 14 matched water systems across 6 zip codes.

Pennsylvania · 6 zip codes · 14 matched water systems

40 PPM

2.3 GPG

Soft

0Soft60120180300+

Verified — Annual Water Quality Report

City avg (weighted): 40 PPM

Dataset updated March 9, 202614 matched water systems in the city rollupIndividual systems and ZIPs can differ. Methodology

System used for this reading

Pa Amer Water Co Lake Scranton

PA2359008

Water source: surface water

Serves: 134,570

USGS environmental estimate: 38 PPM

Source context

How this city reading is built

This city reading is a weighted rollup across 14 matched water systems and 6 ZIP codes. Citywide readings are useful for comparison, but individual utility zones and ZIPs can differ.

Source basis

14 verified treated-water sources

14 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 Scranton

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

14 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
Pa Amer Water Co Lake Scranton PA2359008	surface water	40 PPM Soft USGS estimate: 38 PPM	134,570	Verified — Annual Water Quality Report
Paw Ceasetown PA2409002	surface water	40 PPM Soft USGS estimate: 81 PPM	58,467	Verified — Annual Water Quality Report
Paw Nesbitt PA2409010	surface water	40 PPM Soft USGS estimate: 81 PPM	52,640	Verified — Annual Water Quality Report
Paw Watres PA2409011	surface water	40 PPM Soft USGS estimate: 81 PPM	52,002	Verified — Annual Water Quality Report
Pa Amer Water Co Brownell PA2359001	surface water	40 PPM Soft USGS estimate: 38 PPM	12,560	Verified — Annual Water Quality Report

Pa Amer Water Co Lake Scranton

PA2359008

Soft

40 PPMsurface water134,570 servedVerified — Annual Water Quality Report

Source water: 38 PPM

Paw Ceasetown

PA2409002

Soft

40 PPMsurface water58,467 servedVerified — Annual Water Quality Report

Source water: 81 PPM

Paw Nesbitt

PA2409010

Soft

40 PPMsurface water52,640 servedVerified — Annual Water Quality Report

Source water: 81 PPM

Paw Watres

PA2409011

Soft

40 PPMsurface water52,002 servedVerified — Annual Water Quality Report

Source water: 81 PPM

Pa Amer Water Co Brownell

PA2359001

Soft

40 PPMsurface water12,560 servedVerified — Annual Water Quality Report

Source water: 38 PPM

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Zip Codes in Scranton, PA

1850340 1850440 1850540 1850840 1850940 1851040

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 Scranton, PA?

The citywide weighted average water hardness in Scranton, PA is 40 PPM (2.3 GPG), classified as soft. This is based on 14 matched water systems.

Do I need a water softener in Scranton, PA?

At 40 PPM, the citywide average is relatively soft. A water softener is generally not necessary.

Is hard water in Scranton, 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 Scranton, PA?

Scranton, Pennsylvania is served by 14 matched water systems across 6 zip codes.

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