Water Hardness in Beaumont, TX

Q: Do I need a water softener in Beaumont, TX?

At a citywide weighted average of 31 PPM, Beaumont has relatively soft water. A water softener is generally not necessary.

Q: How many water systems serve Beaumont, TX?

Beaumont, Texas has 13 matched water systems across 9 zip codes.

Texas · 9 zip codes · 13 matched water systems

31 PPM

1.8 GPG

Soft

0Soft60120180300+

Verified — Annual Water Quality Report

City avg (weighted): 31 PPM

Dataset updated March 9, 202613 matched water systems in the city rollupIndividual systems and ZIPs can differ. Methodology

System used for this reading

City Of Beaumont Water Utility Dept

TX1230001

Water source: surface water

Serves: 115,282

USGS environmental estimate: 62 PPM

Source context

How this city reading is built

This city reading is a weighted rollup across 13 matched water systems and 9 ZIP codes. Citywide readings are useful for comparison, but individual utility zones and ZIPs can differ.

Source basis

13 verified treated-water sources

13 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 Beaumont

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

13 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
City Of Beaumont Water Utility Dept TX1230001	surface water	31 PPM Soft USGS estimate: 62 PPM	115,282	Verified — Annual Water Quality Report
City Of Port Arthur TX1230009	surface water	31 PPM Soft USGS estimate: 62 PPM	56,039	Verified — Annual Water Quality Report
Lumberton Mud TX1000035	groundwater	31 PPM Soft USGS estimate: 38 PPM	30,462	Verified — Annual Water Quality Report
City Of Nederland TX1230006	surface water	31 PPM Soft USGS estimate: 14 PPM	18,856	Verified — Annual Water Quality Report
City Of Groves TX1230012	surface water	31 PPM Soft USGS estimate: 14 PPM	16,452	Verified — Annual Water Quality Report

City Of Beaumont Water Utility Dept

TX1230001

Soft

31 PPMsurface water115,282 servedVerified — Annual Water Quality Report

Source water: 62 PPM

City Of Port Arthur

TX1230009

Soft

31 PPMsurface water56,039 servedVerified — Annual Water Quality Report

Source water: 62 PPM

Lumberton Mud

TX1000035

Soft

31 PPMgroundwater30,462 servedVerified — Annual Water Quality Report

Source water: 38 PPM

City Of Nederland

TX1230006

Soft

31 PPMsurface water18,856 servedVerified — Annual Water Quality Report

Source water: 14 PPM

City Of Groves

TX1230012

Soft

31 PPMsurface water16,452 servedVerified — Annual Water Quality Report

Source water: 14 PPM

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Zip Codes in Beaumont, TX

7765731 7770131 7770231 7770331 7770531 7770631 7770731 7770831 7771331

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 Beaumont, TX?

The citywide weighted average water hardness in Beaumont, TX is 31 PPM (1.8 GPG), classified as soft. This is based on 13 matched water systems.

Do I need a water softener in Beaumont, TX?

At 31 PPM, the citywide average is relatively soft. A water softener is generally not necessary.

Is hard water in Beaumont, TX 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 Beaumont, TX?

Beaumont, Texas is served by 13 matched water systems across 9 zip codes.

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