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Water Hardness in 38756

Elizabeth, Mississippi · Washington County

241 PPM
14.1 GPG
Hard
0Soft60120180300+
High Confidence — USGS Monitoring

Dataset updated March 9, 2026Matched to 5 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 5 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
5 USGS-backed sources
5 matched systems total for this ZIP; USGS monitoring is used where treated-water reports are unavailable.
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 Serving 38756

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.

5 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 Greenville
MS0760004
Hard
209 PPMgroundwater29,602 servedHigh Confidence — USGS Monitoring
City Of Leland
MS0760006
Very Hard
356 PPMgroundwater4,591 servedHigh Confidence — USGS Monitoring
Fmh Water Association
MS0670005
Very Hard
356 PPMgroundwater2,740 servedHigh Confidence — USGS Monitoring
North Bolivar W/A
MS0060054
Very Hard
356 PPMgroundwater539 servedHigh Confidence — USGS Monitoring
Raskin Enterprises Llc-Delta Village Mhp
MS0760017
Very Hard
356 PPMgroundwater491 servedHigh Confidence — USGS Monitoring

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What This Means For You

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is the water hard in Elizabeth, MS (38756)?

The average water hardness in 38756 is 241 PPM (14.1 GPG), which is classified as hard.

Do I need a water softener in 38756?

With hardness of 241 PPM, a water softener is recommended for homes in 38756.

Is hard water in 38756 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 38756?

Zip code 38756 in Elizabeth, Mississippi is served by 5 water systems.

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