Where does the water in 39328 come from?

Water for zip code 39328 in De Kalb, 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 39328

Q: Is the water hard in De Kalb, MS (39328)?

The average water hardness in 39328 is 36 PPM (2.1 GPG), which is classified as soft. No water treatment is typically needed.

Q: Do I need a water softener in 39328?

At 36 PPM, your water is relatively soft. A water softener is generally not necessary, though some homeowners prefer the feel of softened water.

De Kalb, Mississippi · Kemper County

36 PPM

2.1 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 39328

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
Kipling W/A #1 MS0350002	groundwater	36 PPM Soft	2,637	Estimated — Nearby Data
Town Of Dekalb MS0350001	groundwater	36 PPM Soft	985	Estimated — Nearby Data
Kipling W/A #4 MS0350026	groundwater	36 PPM Soft	169	Estimated — Nearby Data
Kipling W/A #3-Old Scooba Rd MS0350019	groundwater	36 PPM Soft	77	Estimated — Nearby Data

Kipling W/A #1

MS0350002

Soft

36 PPMgroundwater2,637 servedEstimated — Nearby Data

Town Of Dekalb

MS0350001

Soft

36 PPMgroundwater985 servedEstimated — Nearby Data

Kipling W/A #4

MS0350026

Soft

36 PPMgroundwater169 servedEstimated — Nearby Data

Kipling W/A #3-Old Scooba Rd

MS0350019

Soft

36 PPMgroundwater77 servedEstimated — Nearby Data

Nearby Zip Codes

3932649 3935436 3935236 3932049 3935836 3932549 3936136 3933549 3930549 3933750 3545934 3935021

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 De Kalb, MS (39328)?

Our estimate for 39328 is 36 PPM (2.1 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 39328?

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

Is hard water in 39328 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 39328?

Zip code 39328 in De Kalb, Mississippi is served by 4 water systems.

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