Where does the water in 97526 come from?

Water for zip code 97526 in Grants Pass, Oregon is provided by 15 water systems. Contact your local utility for specific source information, or check our detailed page for your area.

Water Hardness in 97526

Q: Is the water hard in Grants Pass, OR (97526)?

The average water hardness in 97526 is 29 PPM (1.7 GPG), which is classified as soft. No water treatment is typically needed.

Q: Do I need a water softener in 97526?

At 29 PPM, your water is relatively soft. A water softener is generally not necessary, though some homeowners prefer the feel of softened water.

Grants Pass, Oregon · Josephine County

29 PPM

1.7 GPG

Soft

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Estimated — Nearby Data

Dataset updated March 9, 2026Matched to 15 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 15 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

15 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 97526

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.

15 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
Grants Pass, City Of OR4100342	surface water	18 PPM Soft	37,138	Estimated — Nearby Data
Rogue Lea Estates-North/South OR4101405	groundwater	311 PPM Very Hard	350	Estimated — Nearby Data
Country Estates Mobile Park OR4100340	groundwater	311 PPM Very Hard	175	Estimated — Nearby Data
Norwood Pud OR4101471	groundwater	311 PPM Very Hard	150	Estimated — Nearby Data
Country View Mhp OR4101022	groundwater	311 PPM Very Hard	80	Estimated — Nearby Data

Grants Pass, City Of

OR4100342

Soft

18 PPMsurface water37,138 servedEstimated — Nearby Data

Rogue Lea Estates-North/South

OR4101405

Very Hard

311 PPMgroundwater350 servedEstimated — Nearby Data

Country Estates Mobile Park

OR4100340

Very Hard

311 PPMgroundwater175 servedEstimated — Nearby Data

Norwood Pud

OR4101471

Very Hard

311 PPMgroundwater150 servedEstimated — Nearby Data

Country View Mhp

OR4101022

Very Hard

311 PPMgroundwater80 servedEstimated — Nearby Data

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Nearby Zip Codes

9749718 9753730 9752726 9754318 9752531 9753219 9744219 9741018 9750330 9750232 9754418 9753818

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 Grants Pass, OR (97526)?

Our estimate for 97526 is 29 PPM (1.7 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 97526?

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

Is hard water in 97526 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 97526?

Zip code 97526 in Grants Pass, Oregon is served by 15 water systems.

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