Where does the water in 39120 come from?

Water for zip code 39120 in Natchez, 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 39120

Q: Is the water hard in Natchez, MS (39120)?

The average water hardness in 39120 is 52 PPM (3.1 GPG), which is classified as soft. No water treatment is typically needed.

Q: Do I need a water softener in 39120?

At 52 PPM, your water is relatively soft. A water softener is generally not necessary, though some homeowners prefer the feel of softened water.

Natchez, Mississippi · Adams County

52 PPM

3.1 GPG

Soft

0Soft60120180300+

Estimated — State Avg

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 39120

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
City Of Natchez MS0010002	groundwater	52 PPM Soft	14,520	Estimated — State Avg
Adams Co W/A #2-South MS0010009	groundwater	52 PPM Soft	8,097	Estimated — State Avg
Adams Co W/A #4-Kaiser Lake MS0010015	groundwater	52 PPM Soft	8,078	Estimated — State Avg
Broadmoor Utilities, Inc MS0010005	groundwater	52 PPM Soft	1,185	Estimated — State Avg

City Of Natchez

MS0010002

Soft

52 PPMgroundwater14,520 servedEstimated — State Avg

Adams Co W/A #2-South

MS0010009

Soft

52 PPMgroundwater8,097 servedEstimated — State Avg

Adams Co W/A #4-Kaiser Lake

MS0010015

Soft

52 PPMgroundwater8,078 servedEstimated — State Avg

Broadmoor Utilities, Inc

MS0010005

Soft

52 PPMgroundwater1,185 servedEstimated — State Avg

Nearby Zip Codes

39661356 71373259 713342 39633356 39069356 713262 71354259 7137556 39669356 39096356 71316120 39638356

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 Natchez, MS (39120)?

Our estimate for 39120 is 52 PPM (3.1 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 39120?

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

Is hard water in 39120 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 39120?

Zip code 39120 in Natchez, Mississippi is served by 4 water systems.

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