Lead in Idaho Well Water

In Idaho, lead levels average 9.471 ppb, with a maximum recorded level of 40.873 ppb. The EPA limit is 15 ppb. Currently 6.1% of tested wells exceed this limit, affecting approximately 17,080 wells.

Testing for lead in Idaho typically costs around $81. If treatment is needed, water treatment systems for lead cost approximately $3,996.

The risk level for lead in Idaho is rated as low. The state average of 9.471 ppb is 52.8% above the national average of 6.196 ppb.