Where does the water in 98826 come from?

Water for zip code 98826 in Leavenworth, Washington is provided by 8 water systems. Contact your local utility for specific source information, or check our detailed page for your area.

Water Hardness in 98826

Q: Is the water hard in Leavenworth, WA (98826)?

The average water hardness in 98826 is 59 PPM (3.4 GPG), which is classified as soft. No water treatment is typically needed.

Q: Do I need a water softener in 98826?

At 59 PPM, your water is relatively soft. A water softener is generally not necessary, though some homeowners prefer the feel of softened water.

Leavenworth, Washington · Chelan County

59 PPM

3.4 GPG

Soft

0Soft60120180300+

Estimated — Nearby Data

Dataset updated March 9, 2026Matched to 8 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 8 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

8 estimated sources

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 98826

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.

8 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
Wenatchee City Of WA5394350	groundwater	67 PPM Slightly Hard	43,690	Estimated — County Avg
Chelan Co Pud 1 WA5312284	groundwater	67 PPM Slightly Hard	15,840	Estimated — County Avg
Leavenworth City Of WA5346500	surface water	9 PPM Soft	9,218	Estimated — Nearby Data
Chelan Co Pud1 - Peshastin WA5367050	groundwater	67 PPM Slightly Hard	1,397	Estimated — County Avg
Ponderosa Community Club Inc WA5368417	groundwater	39 PPM Soft	1,170	Estimated — Nearby Data

Wenatchee City Of

WA5394350

Slightly Hard

67 PPMgroundwater43,690 servedEstimated — County Avg

Chelan Co Pud 1

WA5312284

Slightly Hard

67 PPMgroundwater15,840 servedEstimated — County Avg

Leavenworth City Of

WA5346500

Soft

9 PPMsurface water9,218 servedEstimated — Nearby Data

Chelan Co Pud1 - Peshastin

WA5367050

Slightly Hard

67 PPMgroundwater1,397 servedEstimated — County Avg

Ponderosa Community Club Inc

WA5368417

Soft

39 PPMgroundwater1,170 servedEstimated — Nearby Data

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Nearby Zip Codes

9882267 9882167 9881167 9881566 9884767 9883667

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 Leavenworth, WA (98826)?

Our estimate for 98826 is 59 PPM (3.4 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 98826?

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

Is hard water in 98826 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 98826?

Zip code 98826 in Leavenworth, Washington is served by 8 water systems.

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