Where does the water in 72104 come from?

Water for zip code 72104 in Malvern, Arkansas is provided by 7 water systems. Contact your local utility for specific source information, or check our detailed page for your area.

Water Hardness in 72104

Q: Is the water hard in Malvern, AR (72104)?

The average water hardness in 72104 is 32 PPM (1.8 GPG), which is classified as soft. No water treatment is typically needed.

Q: Do I need a water softener in 72104?

At 32 PPM, your water is relatively soft. A water softener is generally not necessary, though some homeowners prefer the feel of softened water.

Malvern, Arkansas · Hot Spring County

32 PPM

1.8 GPG

Soft

0Soft60120180300+

Estimated — Nearby Data

Dataset updated March 9, 2026Matched to 7 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 7 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

7 estimated sources

This ZIP reading needs local confirmation before equipment sizing or purchase decisions.

Water source profile

Primarily surface water

Surface-water hardness can shift with reservoirs, runoff, season, and treatment. 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 72104

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.

7 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
Kimzey Regional Water District AR0000821	surface water	32 PPM Soft	12,718	Estimated — Nearby Data
Malvern Waterworks AR0000237	surface water	32 PPM Soft	9,690	Estimated — Nearby Data
Tull Water AR0000220	surface water	32 PPM Soft	1,987	Estimated — Nearby Data
Perla Water Association AR0000623	surface water	32 PPM Soft	1,970	Estimated — County Avg
Magnet-Butterfield Water Authority AR0000241	surface water	32 PPM Soft	1,838	Estimated — Nearby Data

Kimzey Regional Water District

AR0000821

Soft

32 PPMsurface water12,718 servedEstimated — Nearby Data

Malvern Waterworks

AR0000237

Soft

32 PPMsurface water9,690 servedEstimated — Nearby Data

Tull Water

AR0000220

Soft

32 PPMsurface water1,987 servedEstimated — Nearby Data

Perla Water Association

AR0000623

Soft

32 PPMsurface water1,970 servedEstimated — County Avg

Magnet-Butterfield Water Authority

AR0000241

Soft

32 PPMsurface water1,838 servedEstimated — Nearby Data

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Nearby Zip Codes

7212810 7194132 7216713 7212911 7190157 7201516 7208410 7191357 7208757 7192932 7201113 7192313

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 Malvern, AR (72104)?

Our estimate for 72104 is 32 PPM (1.8 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 72104?

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

Is hard water in 72104 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 72104?

Zip code 72104 in Malvern, Arkansas is served by 7 water systems.

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