Where does the water in 07882 come from?

Water for zip code 07882 in Washington, New Jersey is provided by 6 water systems. Contact your local utility for specific source information, or check our detailed page for your area.

Water Hardness in 07882

Washington, New Jersey · Warren County

69 PPM

4 GPG

Slightly Hard

0Soft60120180300+

Verified — Annual Water Quality Report

Dataset updated March 9, 2026Matched to 6 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 6 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

1 verified treated-water source

6 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 07882

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.

6 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
Nj American Water - Short Hills NJ0712001	surface water	40 PPM Soft USGS estimate: 188 PPM	217,230	Verified — Annual Water Quality Report
Aqua Nj - Phillipsburg NJ2119001	surface water	43 PPM Soft	26,686	High Confidence — USGS Monitoring
Hackettstown Mua NJ2108001	groundwater	207 PPM Hard	22,000	High Confidence — USGS Monitoring
Nj American Water - Roxbury NJ1436002	groundwater	299 PPM Very Hard	11,793	High Confidence — USGS Monitoring
Nj American Water - Washington/Oxford NJ2121001	groundwater	79 PPM Slightly Hard	10,719	High Confidence — USGS Monitoring

Nj American Water - Short Hills

NJ0712001

Soft

40 PPMsurface water217,230 servedVerified — Annual Water Quality Report

Source water: 188 PPM

Aqua Nj - Phillipsburg

NJ2119001

Soft

43 PPMsurface water26,686 servedHigh Confidence — USGS Monitoring

Hackettstown Mua

NJ2108001

Hard

207 PPMgroundwater22,000 servedHigh Confidence — USGS Monitoring

Nj American Water - Roxbury

NJ1436002

Very Hard

299 PPMgroundwater11,793 servedHigh Confidence — USGS Monitoring

Nj American Water - Washington/Oxford

NJ2121001

Slightly Hard

79 PPMgroundwater10,719 servedHigh Confidence — USGS Monitoring

Showing the first 5 systems. Expand to review all matched systems.

Nearby Zip Codes

0786360 0880254 0782359 0882656 0882754 0786559 0888659 0886562 0882958 0880455 0880956 18063120

What This Means For You

Recommendations are based on the displayed ZIP hardness reading. Confirm your tap reading before sizing or buying treatment equipment.

Slightly Hard Water

Your water is slightly hard. You may notice minor spotting on dishes or a slight film on faucets. A water softener is optional but can improve water quality.

Recommended Products

Water Hardness Test Kit

Our PickVarify (150 Strips)Also GreatJNW Direct (150 Strips)

Salt-Free Water Conditioner

Our PickSpringWell Salt-Free Cartridge

Learn more: Do I Need a Water Softener? | Salt-Based vs Salt-Free | How to Test Your Water

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is the water hard in Washington, NJ (07882)?

The average water hardness in 07882 is 69 PPM (4 GPG), which is classified as slightly hard.

Do I need a water softener in 07882?

At 69 PPM, your water is relatively soft. A water softener is generally not necessary.

Is hard water in 07882 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 07882?

Zip code 07882 in Washington, New Jersey is served by 6 water systems.