Water hardness in Kalgoorlie
105 mg/L moderately hard
Tap water in Kalgoorlie is moderately hard: 105 mg/L (6.1 gpg · 5.9 °dH · 10.5 °fH).
Source: Water Corporation, Drinking Water Quality Annual Report, aesthetic tables (goldfields-and-ag), year to 2025-06 (2025-06) · data checked 2026-10-20
Range across supply zones: 100–110 mg/L.
Kalgoorlie is supplied by Water Corporation through the long pipeline that carries water from the Perth hills inland to the Goldfields. The reported hardness is 105.0 mg/L CaCO₃, with measurements from 100.0 to 110.0 mg/L. Expect light scale on taps and kettles; most homes manage with descaling.
Australian Drinking Water Guidelines: aesthetic target ≤ 200 mg/L CaCO₃.
Water data
| Total hardness | 105 mg/L |
|---|---|
| Utility | Water Corporation |
How Kalgoorlie compares
- Tap water in Kalgoorlie is 24 % harder than the median of the 307 cities we track in Australia (85 mg/L).
- By hardness it ranks 93 of 307 in Australia (1 = hardest); 66 % of these cities have softer water.
- In Western Australia it is number 70 of 218 cities; the regional median is 98 mg/L.
Ranking of the hardest and softest water in Australia →
What it means at home
- Visible kettle scale every few weeks; vinegar or citric acid is enough.
- Water heater and washing machine: some long-term scale; a scale inhibitor slows it.
- Dishwasher: medium salt setting.
- Softener optional; pays off mainly with a gas boiler or tankless heater.
How much salt will you use for softening?
Optional. A scale inhibitor or a small softener protects the heater; soap savings are modest.
Descale a coffee machine or kettle about every 3 months (typical manufacturer guidance for this hardness).
Estimates for planning, not a quote. Check your appliance manual for exact settings.
Dishwasher setting in Kalgoorlie
| Brand | Setting for this water |
|---|---|
| Bosch | H00 |
| Miele | 6 °dH |
| AEG / Electrolux | 2 |
| Beko | 2nd |
| Hoover | S1 |
| LG | H1 |
From each brand's manual for the model family named in the source; your model may differ, so check its manual. All brands and how to change the setting →
FAQ
Is Kalgoorlie water hard or soft?
It is moderately hard: 105 mg/L as CaCO₃ (6.1 gpg, 5.9 °dH). The usual bands are soft < 60, moderately hard 60–120, hard 120–180 and very hard > 180 mg/L.
Is tap water in Kalgoorlie safe to drink?
Hardness is not a health issue; it is about limescale, taste and appliances. Mains water must meet national drinking-water standards. Australian Drinking Water Guidelines: aesthetic target ≤ 200 mg/L CaCO₃.
How many grains per gallon is Kalgoorlie water?
6.1 gpg, equal to 5.9 °dH, 10.5 °fH or 105 mg/L calcium carbonate.
What dishwasher salt setting should I use in Kalgoorlie?
For 105 mg/L (5.9 °dH) check your manufacturer's table: level 2–3.
Do I need a water softener in Kalgoorlie?
Not essential; a scale inhibitor protects the heater cheaply.
Source
Source: Water Corporation, Drinking Water Quality Annual Report, aesthetic tables (goldfields-and-ag), year to 2025-06 (2025-06). Method: figure published by the water supplier. Water Corporation, Drinking Water Quality Annual Report, aesthetic tables (goldfields-and-ag), year to 2025-06 · Outdated figure? Tell us