Where does the water in 03836 come from?

Water for zip code 03836 in Freedom, New Hampshire is provided by 5 water systems. Contact your local utility for specific source information, or check our detailed page for your area.

Water Hardness in 03836

Q: Is the water hard in Freedom, NH (03836)?

The average water hardness in 03836 is 19 PPM (1.1 GPG), which is classified as soft. No water treatment is typically needed.

Q: Do I need a water softener in 03836?

At 19 PPM, your water is relatively soft. A water softener is generally not necessary, though some homeowners prefer the feel of softened water.

Freedom, New Hampshire · Carroll County

19 PPM

1.1 GPG

Soft

0Soft60120180300+

Estimated — Nearby Data

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 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 03836

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.

Water System	Source	Hardness	Pop. Served	Data Source
Lov Water NH0862010	groundwater	20 PPM Soft	590	Estimated — Nearby Data
Freedom Village Water Precinct NH0861010	groundwater	16 PPM Soft	170	Estimated — Nearby Data
Saco River Forest NH0512120	groundwater	16 PPM Soft	63	Estimated — Nearby Data
Pine Landing Condos NH0862020	groundwater	16 PPM Soft	50	Estimated — Nearby Data
Forest Park Village NH0512070	groundwater	16 PPM Soft	45	Estimated — Nearby Data

Lov Water

NH0862010

Soft

20 PPMgroundwater590 servedEstimated — Nearby Data

Freedom Village Water Precinct

NH0861010

Soft

16 PPMgroundwater170 servedEstimated — Nearby Data

Saco River Forest

NH0512120

Soft

16 PPMgroundwater63 servedEstimated — Nearby Data

Pine Landing Condos

NH0862020

Soft

16 PPMgroundwater50 servedEstimated — Nearby Data

Forest Park Village

NH0512070

Soft

16 PPMgroundwater45 servedEstimated — Nearby Data

Nearby Zip Codes

0384916 0383225 0388225 0406838 0381416 0387525 0381716 0401020 0386423 0388616 0404748 0404138

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 Freedom, NH (03836)?

Our estimate for 03836 is 19 PPM (1.1 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 03836?

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

Is hard water in 03836 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 03836?

Zip code 03836 in Freedom, New Hampshire is served by 5 water systems.

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