Where does the water in 39705 come from?

Water for zip code 39705 in Columbus, Mississippi is provided by 8 water systems. Contact your local utility for specific source information, or check our detailed page for your area.

Water Hardness in 39705

Q: Is the water hard in Columbus, MS (39705)?

The average water hardness in 39705 is 34 PPM (2 GPG), which is classified as soft. No water treatment is typically needed.

Q: Do I need a water softener in 39705?

At 34 PPM, your water is relatively soft. A water softener is generally not necessary, though some homeowners prefer the feel of softened water.

Columbus, Mississippi · Lowndes County

34 PPM

2 GPG

Soft

0Soft60120180300+

Estimated — Nearby Data

Dataset updated March 9, 2026Matched to 8 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 8 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

8 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 39705

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.

8 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
Columbus Light & Water MS0440003	groundwater	34 PPM Soft	23,616	Estimated — County Avg
East Lowndes W/A B West-Old Yorkville Rd MS0440103	groundwater	34 PPM Soft	7,355	Estimated — Nearby Data
East Lowndes W/A #2-Huckleberry MS0440080	groundwater	34 PPM Soft	7,035	Estimated — Nearby Data
East Lowndes #4-Herman-Vaughn MS0440100	groundwater	34 PPM Soft	5,678	Estimated — Nearby Data
East Lowndes W/A A East-Old Yorkville MS0440081	groundwater	34 PPM Soft	4,778	Estimated — Nearby Data

Columbus Light & Water

MS0440003

Soft

34 PPMgroundwater23,616 servedEstimated — County Avg

East Lowndes W/A B West-Old Yorkville Rd

MS0440103

Soft

34 PPMgroundwater7,355 servedEstimated — Nearby Data

East Lowndes W/A #2-Huckleberry

MS0440080

Soft

34 PPMgroundwater7,035 servedEstimated — Nearby Data

East Lowndes #4-Herman-Vaughn

MS0440100

Soft

34 PPMgroundwater5,678 servedEstimated — Nearby Data

East Lowndes W/A A East-Old Yorkville

MS0440081

Soft

34 PPMgroundwater4,778 servedEstimated — Nearby Data

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Nearby Zip Codes

3976634 3974032 3974634 3970234 3977334 3970132 3557683 3973634 3546183 3973034 3975634 3974332

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 Columbus, MS (39705)?

Our estimate for 39705 is 34 PPM (2 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 39705?

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

Is hard water in 39705 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 39705?

Zip code 39705 in Columbus, Mississippi is served by 8 water systems.

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