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Water Hardness in 64061

Kingsville, Missouri · Johnson County

318 PPM
18.6 GPG
Very Hard
0Soft60120180300+
High Confidence - USGS Monitoring

Dataset updated March 9, 2026Matched to 4 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 4 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
1 USGS-backed source
4 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 64061

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.

4 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.
Mo American Warrensburg
MO1010833
Moderately Hard
143 PPMgroundwater18,500 servedHigh Confidence - USGS Monitoring
Johnson County Pwsd 2
MO1024310
Very Hard
563 PPMgroundwater12,490 servedEstimated - Nearby Data
Whiteman Air Base
MO1079501
Very Hard
331 PPMgroundwater10,106 servedEstimated - Nearby Data
Kingsville Pws
MO1010427
Very Hard
489 PPMgroundwater345 servedEstimated - Nearby Data

Nearby Zip Codes

640902586404030964070260640802596474325864019317640114896403426064086260640752606474725764076323

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 Kingsville, MO (64061)?

The average water hardness in 64061 is 318 PPM (18.6 GPG), which is classified as very hard.

Do I need a water softener in 64061?

With hardness of 318 PPM, a water softener is recommended for homes in 64061.

Is hard water in 64061 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 64061?

Zip code 64061 in Kingsville, Missouri is served by 4 water systems.

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