Where does the water in 28425 come from?

Water for zip code 28425 in Burgaw, North Carolina is provided by 3 water systems. Contact your local utility for specific source information, or check our detailed page for your area.

Water Hardness in 28425

Q: Is the water hard in Burgaw, NC (28425)?

The average water hardness in 28425 is 21 PPM (1.2 GPG), which is classified as soft. No water treatment is typically needed.

Q: Do I need a water softener in 28425?

At 21 PPM, your water is relatively soft. A water softener is generally not necessary, though some homeowners prefer the feel of softened water.

Burgaw, North Carolina · Pender County

21 PPM

1.2 GPG

Soft

0Soft60120180300+

Estimated — Nearby Data

Dataset updated March 9, 2026Matched to 3 water systemsTap readings can vary by utility zone, treatment, and plumbing. Methodology

Source context

How this ZIP reading is built

This ZIP reading is built from 3 matched water systems. When more than one system is matched, the displayed value is weighted toward larger known service populations when that data is available.

Source basis

3 estimated sources

This ZIP reading needs local confirmation before equipment sizing or purchase decisions.

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 Serving 28425

These are the systems matched to this ZIP code. The displayed ZIP value is weighted toward larger known service populations when population data is available.

3 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
Pender County Utilities NC7071011	surface water	15 PPM Soft	31,600	Estimated — Nearby Data
Burgaw, Town Of NC0471010	groundwater	65 PPM Slightly Hard	4,250	Estimated — Nearby Data
Hampstead Pines NC7071022	groundwater	65 PPM Slightly Hard	178	Estimated — Nearby Data

Pender County Utilities

NC7071011

Soft

15 PPMsurface water31,600 servedEstimated — Nearby Data

Burgaw, Town Of

NC0471010

Slightly Hard

65 PPMgroundwater4,250 servedEstimated — Nearby Data

Hampstead Pines

NC7071022

Slightly Hard

65 PPMgroundwater178 servedEstimated — Nearby Data

Nearby Zip Codes

2845715 2847816 2844322 2846675 2842115 2845430 2842940 2843515 2846458 2841141 2840140 2844537

What This Means For You

Recommendations are based on the displayed ZIP 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

Is the water hard in Burgaw, NC (28425)?

Our estimate for 28425 is 21 PPM (1.2 GPG), but it is based on nearby, county, or state-level data rather than a direct treated tap-water report for this exact location. Confirm with your utility or a home test.

Do I need a water softener in 28425?

Do not size a softener from this estimate alone. Confirm the actual tap-water hardness before choosing treatment equipment.

Is hard water in 28425 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 28425?

Zip code 28425 in Burgaw, North Carolina is served by 3 water systems.

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