Where does the water in 29626 come from?

Water for zip code 29626 in Starr, South Carolina is provided by 8 water systems. Contact your local utility for specific source information, or check our detailed page for your area.

Water Hardness in 29626

Q: Is the water hard in Starr, SC (29626)?

The average water hardness in 29626 is 11 PPM (0.6 GPG), which is classified as soft. No water treatment is typically needed.

Q: Do I need a water softener in 29626?

At 11 PPM, your water is relatively soft. A water softener is generally not necessary, though some homeowners prefer the feel of softened water.

Starr, South Carolina · Anderson County

11 PPM

0.6 GPG

Soft

0Soft60120180300+

Estimated — Nearby Data

Dataset updated March 9, 2026Matched to 8 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 8 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

8 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 29626

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.

8 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
Electric City Utilities (Sc0410012) SC0410012	surface water	11 PPM Soft	38,204	Estimated — Nearby Data
Powdersville Water District (Sc0420002) SC0420002	surface water	11 PPM Soft	34,960	Estimated — Nearby Data
Hammond W/D (Sc0420007) SC0420007	surface water	16 PPM Soft	21,193	Estimated — Nearby Data
West Anderson W/D (0420006) SC0420006	surface water	11 PPM Soft	17,430	Estimated — Nearby Data
Sandy Springs Water Co Inc (Sc0420003) SC0420003	surface water	4 PPM Soft	17,311	Estimated — County Avg

Electric City Utilities (Sc0410012)

SC0410012

Soft

11 PPMsurface water38,204 servedEstimated — Nearby Data

Powdersville Water District (Sc0420002)

SC0420002

Soft

11 PPMsurface water34,960 servedEstimated — Nearby Data

Hammond W/D (Sc0420007)

SC0420007

Soft

16 PPMsurface water21,193 servedEstimated — Nearby Data

West Anderson W/D (0420006)

SC0420006

Soft

11 PPMsurface water17,430 servedEstimated — Nearby Data

Sandy Springs Water Co Inc (Sc0420003)

SC0420003

Soft

4 PPMsurface water17,311 servedEstimated — County Avg

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Nearby Zip Codes

2968411 2962511 2962411 2968911 2962111 3064315 296437 2967011 2965511 2962711 296787 3051615

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 Starr, SC (29626)?

Our estimate for 29626 is 11 PPM (0.6 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 29626?

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

Is hard water in 29626 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 29626?

Zip code 29626 in Starr, South Carolina is served by 8 water systems.

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