Where does the water in 24211 come from?

Water for zip code 24211 in Abingdon, Virginia is provided by 4 water systems. Contact your local utility for specific source information, or check our detailed page for your area.

Water Hardness in 24211

Q: Is the water hard in Abingdon, VA (24211)?

The average water hardness in 24211 is 4 PPM (0.3 GPG), which is classified as soft. No water treatment is typically needed.

Q: Do I need a water softener in 24211?

At 4 PPM, your water is relatively soft. A water softener is generally not necessary, though some homeowners prefer the feel of softened water.

Abingdon, Virginia · Washington County

4 PPM

0.3 GPG

Soft

0Soft60120180300+

Estimated — Nearby Data

Dataset updated March 9, 2026Matched to 4 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 4 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

4 estimated sources

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

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 24211

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.

4 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
Washington County Service Authority VA1191883	surface water	3 PPM Soft	47,574	Estimated — Nearby Data
Hayters Gap VA1191295	groundwater	166 PPM Moderately Hard	254	Estimated — Nearby Data
Hidden Valley VA1191311	surface water	3 PPM Soft	84	Estimated — Nearby Data
Green Spring Road VA1191275	surface water	3 PPM Soft	25	Estimated — Nearby Data

Washington County Service Authority

VA1191883

Soft

3 PPMsurface water47,574 servedEstimated — Nearby Data

Hayters Gap

VA1191295

Moderately Hard

166 PPMgroundwater254 servedEstimated — Nearby Data

Hidden Valley

VA1191311

Soft

3 PPMsurface water84 servedEstimated — Nearby Data

Green Spring Road

VA1191275

Soft

3 PPMsurface water25 servedEstimated — Nearby Data

Nearby Zip Codes

376883 242103 243613 3762019 243273 242013 243403 242363 376803 242023 376833 242703

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 Abingdon, VA (24211)?

Our estimate for 24211 is 4 PPM (0.3 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 24211?

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

Is hard water in 24211 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 24211?

Zip code 24211 in Abingdon, Virginia is served by 4 water systems.

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