Where does the water in 54536 come from?

Water for zip code 54536 in Iron Belt, Wisconsin is provided by 1 water system. Contact your local utility for specific source information, or check our detailed page for your area.

Water Hardness in 54536

Q: Is the water hard in Iron Belt, WI (54536)?

The average water hardness in 54536 is 27 PPM (1.6 GPG), which is classified as soft. No water treatment is typically needed.

Q: Do I need a water softener in 54536?

At 27 PPM, your water is relatively soft. A water softener is generally not necessary, though some homeowners prefer the feel of softened water.

Iron Belt, Wisconsin · Iron County

27 PPM

1.6 GPG

Soft

0Soft60120180300+

Estimated — Nearby Data

Dataset updated March 9, 2026Matched to 1 water systemTap readings can vary by utility zone, treatment, and plumbing. Methodology

Source context

How this ZIP reading is built

This ZIP reading is built from 1 matched water system. 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 estimated source

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 54536

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.

1 water system

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
Iron Belt Waterworks WI8260118	groundwater	27 PPM Soft	211	Estimated — Nearby Data

Iron Belt Waterworks

WI8260118

Soft

27 PPMgroundwater211 servedEstimated — Nearby Data

Nearby Zip Codes

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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 Iron Belt, WI (54536)?

Our estimate for 54536 is 27 PPM (1.6 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 54536?

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

Is hard water in 54536 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 54536?

Zip code 54536 in Iron Belt, Wisconsin is served by 1 water system.

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