Water Hardness in Moody, TX

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

At a citywide weighted average of 44 PPM, Moody has relatively soft water. A water softener is generally not necessary.

Q: How many water systems serve Moody, TX?

Moody, Texas has 10 matched water systems across 1 zip code.

Texas · 1 zip codes · 10 matched water systems

41 PPM

2.4 GPG

Soft

0Soft60120180300+

Verified — Annual Water Quality Report

City avg (weighted): 44 PPM

Dataset updated March 9, 202610 matched water systems in the city rollupIndividual systems and ZIPs can differ. Methodology

System used for this reading

City Of Waco

TX1550008

Water source: surface water

Serves: 146,241

USGS environmental estimate: 139 PPM

Source context

How this city reading is built

This city reading is a weighted rollup across 10 matched water systems and 1 ZIP code. Citywide readings are useful for comparison, but individual utility zones and ZIPs can differ.

Source basis

8 verified treated-water sources

10 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 Moody

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

10 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 Waco TX1550008	surface water	41 PPM Soft USGS estimate: 139 PPM	146,241	Verified — Annual Water Quality Report
City Of Hewitt TX1550031	surface water	41 PPM Soft USGS estimate: 153 PPM	16,978	Verified — Annual Water Quality Report
City Of Robinson TX1550010	surface water	41 PPM Soft USGS estimate: 12 PPM	12,650	Verified — Annual Water Quality Report
City Of Bellmead TX1550001	groundwater	41 PPM Soft USGS estimate: 12 PPM	10,664	Verified — Annual Water Quality Report
Elm Creek Wsc TX1550026	surface water	153 PPM Moderately Hard	4,620	Estimated — Nearby Data

City Of Waco

TX1550008

Soft

41 PPMsurface water146,241 servedVerified — Annual Water Quality Report

Source water: 139 PPM

City Of Hewitt

TX1550031

Soft

41 PPMsurface water16,978 servedVerified — Annual Water Quality Report

Source water: 153 PPM

City Of Robinson

TX1550010

Soft

41 PPMsurface water12,650 servedVerified — Annual Water Quality Report

Source water: 12 PPM

City Of Bellmead

TX1550001

Soft

41 PPMgroundwater10,664 servedVerified — Annual Water Quality Report

Source water: 12 PPM

Elm Creek Wsc

TX1550026

Moderately Hard

153 PPMsurface water4,620 servedEstimated — Nearby Data

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Zip Codes in Moody, TX

7655744

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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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 Moody, TX?

The citywide weighted average water hardness in Moody, TX is 44 PPM (2.6 GPG), classified as soft. This is based on 10 matched water systems. The gauge highlights City Of Waco, a verified treated-water system, because individual systems can differ from the citywide average.

Do I need a water softener in Moody, TX?

At 44 PPM, the citywide average is relatively soft. A water softener is generally not necessary.

Is hard water in Moody, 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 Moody, TX?

Moody, Texas is served by 10 matched water systems across 1 zip code.

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