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Water Hardness in Petal, MS

Mississippi · 1 zip codes · 6 matched water systems

30 PPM
1.8 GPG
Soft
0Soft60120180300+
Verified — Annual Water Quality Report

City avg (weighted): 23 PPM

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

System used for this reading
City Of Hattiesburg
MS0180008
Water source: groundwater
Serves: 43,449
USGS environmental estimate: 3 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
1 verified treated-water source
6 matched systems total for this city; treated-water reports are prioritized when available.
Water source profile
Primarily groundwater
Groundwater commonly picks up calcium and magnesium after contact with rock and soil. 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 Petal

These systems are matched to Petal, MS. 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.
City Of Hattiesburg
MS0180008
Soft
30 PPMgroundwater43,449 servedVerified — Annual Water Quality Report
Source water: 3 PPM
City Of Petal
MS0180011
Soft
11 PPMgroundwater9,509 servedEstimated — Nearby Data
Barrontown W/A
MS0180001
Soft
11 PPMgroundwater7,999 servedEstimated — Nearby Data
Sunrise Utility Assn Inc
MS0180013
Soft
11 PPMgroundwater6,067 servedEstimated — Nearby Data
Eastabuchie Water Association
MS0180006
Soft
11 PPMgroundwater2,363 servedEstimated — Nearby Data
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Zip Codes in Petal, MS

3946523

What This Means For You

Recommendations are based on the displayed hardness reading. Confirm your tap reading before sizing or buying treatment equipment.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How hard is the water in Petal, MS?

The citywide weighted average water hardness in Petal, MS is 23 PPM (1.3 GPG), classified as soft. This is based on 6 matched water systems. The gauge highlights City Of Hattiesburg, a verified treated-water system, because individual systems can differ from the citywide average.

Do I need a water softener in Petal, MS?

At 23 PPM, the citywide average is relatively soft. A water softener is generally not necessary.

Is hard water in Petal, MS 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 Petal, MS?

Petal, Mississippi is served by 6 matched water systems across 1 zip code.

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