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Water Hardness in 33981

Port Charlotte, Florida · Charlotte County

102 PPM
5.9 GPG
Slightly Hard
0Soft60120180300+
High Confidence - USGS Monitoring

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
1 USGS-backed source
5 matched systems total for this ZIP; USGS monitoring is used where treated-water reports are unavailable.
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 33981

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.
Charlotte County Utilities
FL5084100
Slightly Hard
84 PPMsurface water172,040 servedEstimated - Nearby Data
City Of Punta Gorda
FL6080051
Slightly Hard
84 PPMsurface water36,302 servedEstimated - Nearby Data
Charlotte County Utilities / Burnt Store
FL6080318
Very Hard
369 PPMgroundwater10,582 servedEstimated - Nearby Data
Riverwood Community Del. Dist.
FL5084111
Very Hard
369 PPMsurface water2,243 servedHigh Confidence - USGS Monitoring
El Jobean Water Association
FL6080081
Very Hard
369 PPMsurface water1,351 servedEstimated - County Avg

Nearby Zip Codes

33947107339461073422499339211003394810233953102339501093395210234223199339801023395410233955109

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 Port Charlotte, FL (33981)?

The average water hardness in 33981 is 102 PPM (5.9 GPG), which is classified as slightly hard.

Do I need a water softener in 33981?

At 102 PPM, your water is relatively soft. A water softener is generally not necessary.

Is hard water in 33981 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 33981?

Zip code 33981 in Port Charlotte, Florida is served by 5 water systems.

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