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Water Hardness in 02132

West Roxbury, Massachusetts · Suffolk County

8 PPM
0.5 GPG
Soft
0Soft60120180300+
Verified - Annual Water Quality Report

Dataset updated March 9, 2026Matched to 5 water systemsTap readings can vary by utility zone, treatment, and plumbing. Methodology

Source context

How this ZIP reading is built

This ZIP reading is built from 5 matched water systems. When more than one system is matched, the displayed value is weighted toward larger known service populations when that data is available.

Source basis
5 verified treated-water sources
5 matched systems total for this ZIP; 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 Serving 02132

These are the systems matched to this ZIP code. The displayed ZIP value is weighted toward larger known service populations when population data is available.

5 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.
Mwra
MA6000000
Soft
8 PPMsurface water2,660,000 servedVerified - Annual Water Quality Report
Source water: 123 PPM
Boston Water And Sewer Commission (Mwra)
MA3035000
Soft
8 PPMsurface water675,647 servedVerified - Annual Water Quality Report
Source water: 54 PPM
Revere Water Division (Mwra)
MA3248000
Soft
8 PPMsurface water62,186 servedVerified - Annual Water Quality Report
Source water: 123 PPM
Chelsea Water Dept. (Mwra)
MA3057000
Soft
8 PPMsurface water38,319 servedVerified - Annual Water Quality Report
Source water: 123 PPM
Winthrop Water Division, (Mwra)
MA3346000
Soft
8 PPMsurface water19,316 servedVerified - Annual Water Quality Report
Source water: 123 PPM

Nearby Zip Codes

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What This Means For You

Use this ZIP 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

Is the water hard in West Roxbury, MA (02132)?

The average water hardness in 02132 is 8 PPM (0.5 GPG), which is classified as soft.

Do I need a water softener in 02132?

At 8 PPM, your water is relatively soft. A water softener is generally not necessary.

Is hard water in 02132 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 02132?

Zip code 02132 in West Roxbury, Massachusetts is served by 5 water systems.

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