Where does the water in 39762 come from?

Water for zip code 39762 in Mississippi Stat, 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 39762

Q: Is the water hard in Mississippi Stat, MS (39762)?

The average water hardness in 39762 is 38 PPM (2.2 GPG), which is classified as soft. No water treatment is typically needed.

Q: Do I need a water softener in 39762?

At 38 PPM, your water is relatively soft. A water softener is generally not necessary, though some homeowners prefer the feel of softened water.

Mississippi Stat, Mississippi · Oktibbeha County

38 PPM

2.2 GPG

Soft

0Soft60120180300+

Estimated — Nearby Data

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

5 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 39762

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
City Of Starkville MS0530020	groundwater	45 PPM Soft	32,027	Estimated — Nearby Data
Ms State University MS0530012	groundwater	22 PPM Soft	15,000	Estimated — Nearby Data
Adaton W/A #1-Josey Creek MS0530001	groundwater	45 PPM Soft	2,170	Estimated — County Avg
Black Jack Water Assn #1 MS0530002	groundwater	45 PPM Soft	1,024	Estimated — County Avg
Rock Hill Water Association MS0530017	groundwater	45 PPM Soft	915	Estimated — County Avg

City Of Starkville

MS0530020

Soft

45 PPMgroundwater32,027 servedEstimated — Nearby Data

Ms State University

MS0530012

Soft

22 PPMgroundwater15,000 servedEstimated — Nearby Data

Adaton W/A #1-Josey Creek

MS0530001

Soft

45 PPMgroundwater2,170 servedEstimated — County Avg

Black Jack Water Assn #1

MS0530002

Soft

45 PPMgroundwater1,024 servedEstimated — County Avg

Rock Hill Water Association

MS0530017

Soft

45 PPMgroundwater915 servedEstimated — County Avg

Nearby Zip Codes

3975940 3973634 3974332 3974134 3975536 3976939 3977334 3975045 3970132 397394 3975245 3970534

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 Mississippi Stat, MS (39762)?

Our estimate for 39762 is 38 PPM (2.2 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 39762?

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

Is hard water in 39762 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 39762?

Zip code 39762 in Mississippi Stat, Mississippi is served by 5 water systems.

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