Water hardness in Ibipitanga
42 mg/L soft
Tap water in Ibipitanga is soft: 42 mg/L (2.5 gpg · 2.4 °dH · 4.2 °fH).
Source: Ministério da Saúde, SISAGUA – controle semestral (Empresa Baiana De Aguas E Saneamento Sa), CC BY-ND 3.0 (2025) · data checked 2026-10-20
Ibipitanga, in Bahia, is served by Empresa Baiana De Aguas E Saneamento Sa. Reported hardness is 42.4 milligrams per litre, soft. The figure comes from the 2025 Ministry of Health SISAGUA data, and no range is given for this town.
Portaria GM/MS nº 888/2021 sets a maximum of 300 mg/L CaCO₃ for total hardness (dureza total); operators report it in mg/L to SISAGUA.
Water data
| Total hardness | 42 mg/L |
|---|---|
| Utility | Empresa Baiana De Aguas E Saneamento Sa |
How Ibipitanga compares
- Tap water in Ibipitanga is close to the median of the 1915 cities we track in Brazil (43 mg/L).
- By hardness it ranks 965 of 1915 in Brazil (1 = hardest); 49 % of these cities have softer water.
- In Bahia it is number 108 of 148 cities; the regional median is 66 mg/L.
- Nearest city with clearly softer water: Rio do Pires, 33 km away (20 mg/L).
- Nearest city with clearly harder water: Ibitiara, 36 km away (164 mg/L).
Ranking of the hardest and softest water in Brazil →
What it means at home
- Little or no limescale in kettles, water heaters or washing machines.
- Soap lathers easily; water does not dry skin or hair.
- Dishwasher: salt setting at minimum or off.
- No softener needed; a jug filter only changes taste.
How much salt will you use for softening?
No. Water this soft does not need softening.
Descale a coffee machine or kettle about every 6 months (typical manufacturer guidance for this hardness).
Estimates for planning, not a quote. Check your appliance manual for exact settings.
Dishwasher setting in Ibipitanga
| Brand | Setting for this water |
|---|---|
| Bosch | H00 |
| Miele | 2 °dH |
| AEG / Electrolux | 1 |
| Beko | 1st |
| Hoover | S0 |
| LG | H0 |
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 Ibipitanga water hard or soft?
It is soft: 42 mg/L as CaCO₃ (2.5 gpg, 2.4 °dH). The usual bands are soft < 60, moderately hard 60–120, hard 120–180 and very hard > 180 mg/L.
Is tap water in Ibipitanga safe to drink?
Hardness is not a health issue; it is about limescale, taste and appliances. Mains water must meet national drinking-water standards. Portaria GM/MS nº 888/2021 sets a maximum of 300 mg/L CaCO₃ for total hardness (dureza total); operators report it in mg/L to SISAGUA.
How many grains per gallon is Ibipitanga water?
2.5 gpg, equal to 2.4 °dH, 4.2 °fH or 42 mg/L calcium carbonate.
What dishwasher salt setting should I use in Ibipitanga?
For 42 mg/L (2.4 °dH) check your manufacturer's table: level 0–1, usually no salt.
Do I need a water softener in Ibipitanga?
No. With soft water a softener adds nothing.
Source
Source: Ministério da Saúde, SISAGUA – controle semestral (Empresa Baiana De Aguas E Saneamento Sa), CC BY-ND 3.0 (2025). Method: figure published by the water supplier. Ministério da Saúde, SISAGUA – controle semestral (Empresa Baiana De Aguas E Saneamento Sa), CC BY-ND 3.0 · Outdated figure? Tell us