Where does the water in 75439 come from?

Water for zip code 75439 in Ector, Texas is provided by 2 water systems. Contact your local utility for specific source information, or check our detailed page for your area.

Water Hardness in 75439

Q: Is the water hard in Ector, TX (75439)?

The average water hardness in 75439 is 125 PPM (7.3 GPG), which is classified as moderately hard. Consider a water softener or conditioner to reduce scale buildup.

Q: Do I need a water softener in 75439?

With hardness of 125 PPM, a water softener is worth considering for homes in 75439. Hard water can cause scale buildup in pipes and appliances, spotty dishes, and dry skin.

Ector, Texas · Fannin County

125 PPM

7.3 GPG

Moderately Hard

0Soft60120180300+

Estimated - Nearby Data

Dataset updated March 9, 2026Matched to 2 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 2 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

2 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 75439

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.

2 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
City Of Bonham TX0740001	surface water	136 PPM Moderately Hard	10,746	Estimated - Nearby Data
City Of Ector TX0740007	groundwater	5 PPM Soft	981	Estimated - Nearby Data

City Of Bonham

TX0740001

Moderately Hard

136 PPMsurface water10,746 servedEstimated - Nearby Data

City Of Ector

TX0740007

Soft

5 PPMgroundwater981 servedEstimated - Nearby Data

Nearby Zip Codes

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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 Ector, TX (75439)?

Our estimate for 75439 is 125 PPM (7.3 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 75439?

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

Is hard water in 75439 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 75439?

Zip code 75439 in Ector, Texas is served by 2 water systems.