Where does the water in 39437 come from?

Water for zip code 39437 in Ellisville, Mississippi is provided by 9 water systems. Contact your local utility for specific source information, or check our detailed page for your area.

Water Hardness in 39437

Q: Is the water hard in Ellisville, MS (39437)?

The average water hardness in 39437 is 9 PPM (0.5 GPG), which is classified as soft. No water treatment is typically needed.

Q: Do I need a water softener in 39437?

At 9 PPM, your water is relatively soft. A water softener is generally not necessary, though some homeowners prefer the feel of softened water.

Ellisville, Mississippi · Jones County

9 PPM

0.5 GPG

Soft

0Soft60120180300+

Estimated — Nearby Data

Dataset updated March 9, 2026Matched to 9 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 9 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

9 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 39437

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.

9 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 Laurel MS0340021	groundwater	11 PPM Soft	18,100	Estimated — County Avg
City Of Ellisville MS0340003	groundwater	7 PPM Soft	4,600	Estimated — Nearby Data
J P Utility District MS0340007	groundwater	7 PPM Soft	3,839	Estimated — Nearby Data
M & M Water Association MS0340010	groundwater	11 PPM Soft	3,000	Estimated — County Avg
Powers Water Association MS0340015	groundwater	11 PPM Soft	2,413	Estimated — County Avg

City Of Laurel

MS0340021

Soft

11 PPMgroundwater18,100 servedEstimated — County Avg

City Of Ellisville

MS0340003

Soft

7 PPMgroundwater4,600 servedEstimated — Nearby Data

J P Utility District

MS0340007

Soft

7 PPMgroundwater3,839 servedEstimated — Nearby Data

M & M Water Association

MS0340010

Soft

11 PPMgroundwater3,000 servedEstimated — County Avg

Powers Water Association

MS0340015

Soft

11 PPMgroundwater2,413 servedEstimated — County Avg

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Nearby Zip Codes

3945911 3944011 3948011 3946411 3944325 394797 3946523 3947715 394287 3948141 3940230 391687

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 Ellisville, MS (39437)?

Our estimate for 39437 is 9 PPM (0.5 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 39437?

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

Is hard water in 39437 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 39437?

Zip code 39437 in Ellisville, Mississippi is served by 9 water systems.

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