Where does the water in 03254 come from?

Water for zip code 03254 in Moultonborough, New Hampshire is provided by 25 water systems. Contact your local utility for specific source information, or check our detailed page for your area.

Water Hardness in 03254

Q: Is the water hard in Moultonborough, NH (03254)?

The average water hardness in 03254 is 20 PPM (1.2 GPG), which is classified as soft. No water treatment is typically needed.

Q: Do I need a water softener in 03254?

At 20 PPM, your water is relatively soft. A water softener is generally not necessary, though some homeowners prefer the feel of softened water.

Moultonborough, New Hampshire · Carroll County

20 PPM

1.2 GPG

Soft

0Soft60120180300+

Estimated — Nearby Data

Dataset updated March 9, 2026Matched to 25 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 25 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

25 estimated sources

This ZIP reading needs local confirmation before equipment sizing or purchase decisions.

Water source profile

Primarily groundwater

Groundwater commonly picks up calcium and magnesium after contact with rock and soil. 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 03254

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.

25 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
Paradise Shores NH1612010	groundwater	20 PPM Soft	2,060	Estimated — Nearby Data
Hidden Valley/Mason NH2372020	groundwater	20 PPM Soft	298	Estimated — Nearby Data
Tamworth Water Works NH2311010	groundwater	20 PPM Soft	265	Estimated — Nearby Data
Indian Mound Golf Club NH1842030	groundwater	20 PPM Soft	260	Estimated — Nearby Data
White Mountain Resort/Gateway NH2342060	groundwater	20 PPM Soft	213	Estimated — Nearby Data

Paradise Shores

NH1612010

Soft

20 PPMgroundwater2,060 servedEstimated — Nearby Data

Hidden Valley/Mason

NH2372020

Soft

20 PPMgroundwater298 servedEstimated — Nearby Data

Tamworth Water Works

NH2311010

Soft

20 PPMgroundwater265 servedEstimated — Nearby Data

Indian Mound Golf Club

NH1842030

Soft

20 PPMgroundwater260 servedEstimated — Nearby Data

White Mountain Resort/Gateway

NH2342060

Soft

20 PPMgroundwater213 servedEstimated — Nearby Data

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Nearby Zip Codes

0385325 0381620 0388316 0322621 0322725 0325318 0381416 0388616 0324621 0389420 0325925 0389725

What This Means For You

Recommendations are based on the displayed ZIP 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

Is the water hard in Moultonborough, NH (03254)?

Our estimate for 03254 is 20 PPM (1.2 GPG), but it is based on nearby, county, or state-level data rather than a direct treated tap-water report for this exact location. Confirm with your utility or a home test.

Do I need a water softener in 03254?

Do not size a softener from this estimate alone. Confirm the actual tap-water hardness before choosing treatment equipment.

Is hard water in 03254 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 03254?

Zip code 03254 in Moultonborough, New Hampshire is served by 25 water systems.

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