Water Hardness in Perryville, AR

Q: Do I need a water softener in Perryville, AR?

At a citywide weighted average of 24 PPM, Perryville has relatively soft water. A water softener is generally not necessary.

Q: How many water systems serve Perryville, AR?

Perryville, Arkansas has 6 matched water systems across 1 zip code.

Arkansas · 1 zip codes · 6 matched water systems

30 PPM

1.8 GPG

Soft

0Soft60120180300+

Verified — Annual Water Quality Report

City avg (weighted): 24 PPM

Dataset updated March 9, 20266 matched water systems in the city rollupIndividual systems and ZIPs can differ. Methodology

System used for this reading

Jacksonville Waterworks

AR0000466

Water source: surface water

Serves: 32,875

USGS environmental estimate: 7 PPM

Source context

How this city reading is built

This city reading is a weighted rollup across 6 matched water systems and 1 ZIP code. Citywide readings are useful for comparison, but individual utility zones and ZIPs can differ.

Source basis

2 verified treated-water sources

6 matched systems total for this city; treated-water reports are prioritized when available.

Water source profile

Primarily surface water

Surface-water hardness can shift with reservoirs, runoff, season, and treatment. 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 in Perryville

These systems are matched to Perryville, AR. Citywide readings are useful for comparison, but the system serving a specific address may differ from the city average.

6 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
Jacksonville Waterworks AR0000466	surface water	30 PPM Soft USGS estimate: 7 PPM	32,875	Verified — Annual Water Quality Report
Us Air Force Base Little Rock AR0000690	surface water	7 PPM Soft	8,618	Estimated — Nearby Data
Perryville Waterworks AR0000413	surface water	7 PPM Soft	5,538	Estimated — Nearby Data
Wye Mountain Water Association AR0000410	surface water	30 PPM Soft USGS estimate: 59 PPM	1,963	Verified — Annual Water Quality Report
Houston Waterworks AR0000414	surface water	7 PPM Soft	650	Estimated — Nearby Data

Jacksonville Waterworks

AR0000466

Soft

30 PPMsurface water32,875 servedVerified — Annual Water Quality Report

Source water: 7 PPM

Us Air Force Base Little Rock

AR0000690

Soft

7 PPMsurface water8,618 servedEstimated — Nearby Data

Perryville Waterworks

AR0000413

Soft

7 PPMsurface water5,538 servedEstimated — Nearby Data

Wye Mountain Water Association

AR0000410

Soft

30 PPMsurface water1,963 servedVerified — Annual Water Quality Report

Source water: 59 PPM

Houston Waterworks

AR0000414

Soft

7 PPMsurface water650 servedEstimated — Nearby Data

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Zip Codes in Perryville, AR

7212624

What This Means For You

Recommendations are based on the displayed 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

How hard is the water in Perryville, AR?

The citywide weighted average water hardness in Perryville, AR is 24 PPM (1.4 GPG), classified as soft. This is based on 6 matched water systems. The gauge highlights Jacksonville Waterworks, a verified treated-water system, because individual systems can differ from the citywide average.

Do I need a water softener in Perryville, AR?

At 24 PPM, the citywide average is relatively soft. A water softener is generally not necessary.

Is hard water in Perryville, AR 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 Perryville, AR?

Perryville, Arkansas is served by 6 matched water systems across 1 zip code.

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