Where does the water in 39563 come from?

Water for zip code 39563 in Kreole, Mississippi is provided by 5 water systems. Contact your local utility for specific source information, or check our detailed page for your area.

Water Hardness in 39563

Kreole, Mississippi · Jackson County

165 PPM

9.7 GPG

Moderately Hard

0Soft60120180300+

High Confidence - USGS Monitoring

Dataset updated March 9, 2026Matched to 5 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 5 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

3 USGS-backed sources

5 matched systems total for this ZIP; USGS monitoring is used where treated-water reports are unavailable.

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 39563

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.

5 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
West Jackson Co Utility Dist MS0300156	groundwater	184 PPM Hard	28,544	Estimated - County Avg
City Of Ocean Springs MS0300005	groundwater	184 PPM Hard	26,168	Estimated - County Avg
City Of Pascagoula MS0300006	groundwater	350 PPM Very Hard	22,686	High Confidence - USGS Monitoring
City Of Gautier MS0300004	groundwater	12 PPM Soft	22,253	High Confidence - USGS Monitoring
City Of Moss Point MS0300008	groundwater	19 PPM Soft	12,524	High Confidence - USGS Monitoring

West Jackson Co Utility Dist

MS0300156

Hard

184 PPMgroundwater28,544 servedEstimated - County Avg

City Of Ocean Springs

MS0300005

Hard

184 PPMgroundwater26,168 servedEstimated - County Avg

City Of Pascagoula

MS0300006

Very Hard

350 PPMgroundwater22,686 servedHigh Confidence - USGS Monitoring

City Of Gautier

MS0300004

Soft

12 PPMgroundwater22,253 servedHigh Confidence - USGS Monitoring

City Of Moss Point

MS0300008

Soft

19 PPMgroundwater12,524 servedHigh Confidence - USGS Monitoring

Nearby Zip Codes

39567184 39581175 39553165 39562165 3654140 39564165 3650939 3654440 39565165 3652340 3953030 3669540

What This Means For You

Use this ZIP reading as a local planning estimate, not a final treatment specification. Hardness can vary by utility zone, seasonal blend, private well, and building plumbing. Confirm your tap reading with a utility report or home hardness test before sizing equipment.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is the water hard in Kreole, MS (39563)?

The average water hardness in 39563 is 165 PPM (9.7 GPG), which is classified as moderately hard.

Do I need a water softener in 39563?

With hardness of 165 PPM, a water softener is worth considering for homes in 39563.

Is hard water in 39563 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 39563?

Zip code 39563 in Kreole, Mississippi is served by 5 water systems.