Water hardness in Xinpi
128 mg/L hard
Tap water in Xinpi is hard: 128 mg/L (7.5 gpg · 7.2 °dH · 12.8 °fH).
Source: Taiwan Water Corporation open data (2026) · data checked 2026-10-20
Xinpi, in Pingtung County, is supplied by Taiwan Water Corporation, which reports a hardness of 128 mg/L as CaCO3 for 2026. That puts the town in the hard band. The published dataset does not name the specific source or treatment plant for Xinpi, so we do not say where its water comes from. At this level, expect limescale on kettles, shower heads and water heaters over time.
Taiwan Water Corporation reports total hardness in mg/L CaCO₃; the drinking-water standard is 300 mg/L.
Water data
| Total hardness | 128 mg/L |
|---|---|
| Utility | Taiwan Water Corporation |
How Xinpi compares
- Tap water in Xinpi is close to the median of the 265 cities we track in Taiwan (126 mg/L).
- By hardness it ranks 128 of 265 in Taiwan (1 = hardest); 51 % of these cities have softer water.
- In Pingtung County it is number 15 of 27 cities; the regional median is 155 mg/L.
- Nearest city with clearly softer water: Linbian, 5 km away (93 mg/L).
- Nearest city with clearly harder water: Chaozhou, 9 km away (161 mg/L).
Ranking of the hardest and softest water in Taiwan →
What it means at home
- Fast scale on taps, shower screens and kettle; white spots on glassware.
- Water heater: efficiency loss and element failures within years if unprotected.
- Dry skin and dull hair after showering are common.
- Softener recommended; jug or reverse osmosis for drinking.
How much salt will you use for softening?
Recommended, especially with a heater or boiler: scale cuts efficiency and shortens its life.
Descale a coffee machine or kettle about every 2 months (typical manufacturer guidance for this hardness).
Estimates for planning, not a quote. Check your appliance manual for exact settings.
Dishwasher setting in Xinpi
| Brand | Setting for this water |
|---|---|
| Bosch | H01 |
| Miele | 7 °dH |
| AEG / Electrolux | 2 |
| Beko | 2nd |
| Hoover | S1 |
| LG | H2 |
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 Xinpi water hard or soft?
It is hard: 128 mg/L as CaCO₃ (7.5 gpg, 7.2 °dH). The usual bands are soft < 60, moderately hard 60–120, hard 120–180 and very hard > 180 mg/L.
Is tap water in Xinpi safe to drink?
Hardness is not a health issue; it is about limescale, taste and appliances. Mains water must meet national drinking-water standards. Taiwan Water Corporation reports total hardness in mg/L CaCO₃; the drinking-water standard is 300 mg/L.
How many grains per gallon is Xinpi water?
7.5 gpg, equal to 7.2 °dH, 12.8 °fH or 128 mg/L calcium carbonate.
What dishwasher salt setting should I use in Xinpi?
For 128 mg/L (7.2 °dH) check your manufacturer's table: level 4–5.
Do I need a water softener in Xinpi?
Recommended if you have a water heater, boiler or tankless unit: it saves repairs and detergent.
Source
Source: Taiwan Water Corporation open data (2026). Method: figure published by the water supplier. Taiwan Water Corporation open data · Outdated figure? Tell us