Water Hardness in 34748

Leesburg, Florida · Lake County

138 PPM
8.1 GPG
Moderately Hard
0Soft60120180300+
High Confidence - USGS Monitoring

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
20 USGS-backed sources
25 matched systems total for this ZIP; USGS monitoring is used where treated-water reports are unavailable.
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 34748

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.
Hard
191 PPMgroundwater43,148 servedHigh Confidence - USGS Monitoring
Moderately Hard
124 PPMgroundwater39,721 servedEstimated - County Avg
Moderately Hard
124 PPMgroundwater39,279 servedEstimated - Nearby Data
Moderately Hard
124 PPMgroundwater39,120 servedHigh Confidence - USGS Monitoring
120 PPMgroundwater24,798 servedHigh Confidence - USGS Monitoring
Showing the first 5 systems. Expand to review all matched systems.

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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 Leesburg, FL (34748)?

The average water hardness in 34748 is 138 PPM (8.1 GPG), which is classified as moderately hard.

Do I need a water softener in 34748?

With hardness of 138 PPM, a water softener is worth considering for homes in 34748.

Is hard water in 34748 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 34748?

Zip code 34748 in Leesburg, Florida is served by 25 water systems.

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