Where does the water in 39111 come from?

Water for zip code 39111 in Magee, Mississippi is provided by 4 water systems. Contact your local utility for specific source information, or check our detailed page for your area.

Water Hardness in 39111

Q: Is the water hard in Magee, MS (39111)?

The average water hardness in 39111 is 10 PPM (0.6 GPG), which is classified as soft. No water treatment is typically needed.

Q: Do I need a water softener in 39111?

At 10 PPM, your water is relatively soft. A water softener is generally not necessary, though some homeowners prefer the feel of softened water.

Magee, Mississippi · Simpson County

10 PPM

0.6 GPG

Soft

0Soft60120180300+

Estimated — Nearby Data

Dataset updated March 9, 2026Matched to 4 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 4 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

4 estimated sources

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

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 39111

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.

4 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
Smiths Crossing Water Assn MS0640014	groundwater	10 PPM Soft	4,480	Estimated — Nearby Data
City Of Magee MS0640006	groundwater	10 PPM Soft	3,526	Estimated — Nearby Data
Highway 28 Water Association MS0640005	groundwater	10 PPM Soft	2,500	Estimated — Nearby Data
Boswell Regional Center MS0640013	groundwater	10 PPM Soft	248	Estimated — Nearby Data

Smiths Crossing Water Assn

MS0640014

Soft

10 PPMgroundwater4,480 servedEstimated — Nearby Data

City Of Magee

MS0640006

Soft

10 PPMgroundwater3,526 servedEstimated — Nearby Data

Highway 28 Water Association

MS0640005

Soft

10 PPMgroundwater2,500 servedEstimated — Nearby Data

Boswell Regional Center

MS0640013

Soft

10 PPMgroundwater248 servedEstimated — Nearby Data

Nearby Zip Codes

391146 3911610 391197 390626 3915310 391496 390446 391687 391487 394287 391406 394745

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 Magee, MS (39111)?

Our estimate for 39111 is 10 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 39111?

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

Is hard water in 39111 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 39111?

Zip code 39111 in Magee, Mississippi is served by 4 water systems.

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