Water Hardness in Vermont

14 counties — Average 48 PPM (Soft)

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Soft (71.4%) Moderate (28.6%) Hard (0.0%) Very Hard (0.0%)

Vermont Water Hardness Map

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Vermont

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All 14 Counties — By Water Hardness

CountyClassificationHardness
Addison Soft 60 PPM
Bennington Soft 4.5 PPM
Caledonia Moderate 69.4 PPM
Chittenden Moderate 110 PPM
Essex Soft 13.6 PPM
Franklin Soft 45.2 PPM
Grand Isle Soft 59.3 PPM
Lamoille Soft 12.8 PPM
Orange Moderate 82 PPM
Orleans Soft 55.3 PPM
Rutland Moderate 66 PPM
Washington Soft 55.9 PPM
Windham Soft 5.1 PPM
Windsor Soft 33 PPM

Source: USGS Water Quality Portal

Frequently Asked Questions

How hard is the water in Vermont?

Vermont has an average water hardness of 48 PPM, classified as soft. Out of 14 counties, 10 have soft water, 4 moderately hard, 0 hard, and 0 very hard.

Which Vermont counties have the hardest water?

See the county table above for a complete breakdown by hardness level.

How do I check water hardness for my Vermont address?

Enter your ZIP code in the search box above to see your area's estimated water hardness, classification, and water utility information.