Where does the water in 39443 come from?

Water for zip code 39443 in Laurel, Mississippi is provided by 10 water systems. Contact your local utility for specific source information, or check our detailed page for your area.

Water Hardness in 39443

Q: Is the water hard in Laurel, MS (39443)?

The average water hardness in 39443 is 25 PPM (1.5 GPG), which is classified as soft. No water treatment is typically needed.

Q: Do I need a water softener in 39443?

At 25 PPM, your water is relatively soft. A water softener is generally not necessary, though some homeowners prefer the feel of softened water.

Laurel, Mississippi · Jones County

25 PPM

1.5 GPG

Soft

0Soft60120180300+

Estimated — Nearby Data

Dataset updated March 9, 2026Matched to 10 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 10 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

10 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 39443

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.

10 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
Pleasant Ridge W/A MS0340014	groundwater	41 PPM Soft	5,808	Estimated — Nearby Data
Calhoun Water Association MS0340001	groundwater	41 PPM Soft	3,730	Estimated — Nearby Data
Glade Waterworks Assn MS0340005	groundwater	41 PPM Soft	3,340	Estimated — Nearby Data
M & M Water Association MS0340010	groundwater	11 PPM Soft	3,000	Estimated — County Avg

City Of Laurel

MS0340021

Soft

11 PPMgroundwater18,100 servedEstimated — County Avg

Pleasant Ridge W/A

MS0340014

Soft

41 PPMgroundwater5,808 servedEstimated — Nearby Data

Calhoun Water Association

MS0340001

Soft

41 PPMgroundwater3,730 servedEstimated — Nearby Data

Glade Waterworks Assn

MS0340005

Soft

41 PPMgroundwater3,340 servedEstimated — Nearby Data

M & M Water Association

MS0340010

Soft

11 PPMgroundwater3,000 servedEstimated — County Avg

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Nearby Zip Codes

3944011 3947715 3943941 394379 3948011 3948141 3946411 3936630 3934841 3942210 391687 3945911

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 Laurel, MS (39443)?

Our estimate for 39443 is 25 PPM (1.5 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 39443?

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

Is hard water in 39443 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 39443?

Zip code 39443 in Laurel, Mississippi is served by 10 water systems.

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