Volatile Organic Compounds in Minnesota Well Water

In Minnesota, volatile organic compounds levels average 2.959 ppb, with a maximum recorded level of 11.11 ppb. The EPA limit is 5 ppb. Currently 4.5% of tested wells exceed this limit, affecting approximately 23,400 wells.

Testing for volatile organic compounds in Minnesota typically costs around $140. If treatment is needed, water treatment systems for volatile organic compounds cost approximately $3,674.

The risk level for volatile organic compounds in Minnesota is rated as low. The state average of 2.959 ppb is 24.2% above the national average of 2.382 ppb.