PFAS (Forever Chemicals) in North Carolina Well Water

EPA Data 2025 · Risk Level: Low

Avg Level

2.946 ppt

EPA Limit

4 ppt

% Above Limit

5.3%

Risk Level

low

Live DataLast updated: April 4, 2026·Source: EPA SDWIS & USGS

Water Quality Details

Contaminant	PFAS (Forever Chemicals)
Category	chemical
Average Level	2.946 ppt
Maximum Level	13.546 ppt
EPA Limit (MCL)	4 ppt
% Wells Above Limit	5.3%
Affected Wells	48,760
Testing Cost	$148
Treatment Cost	$3,134
vs National Avg	+0.928 ppt (+46.0%)

North Carolina Well Water Overview

Well Users

920,000

% on Well Water

18.5%

Quality Score

69/100

Highest Risk States for PFAS (Forever Chemicals)

#1Oklahoma18.4% above limit #2Louisiana17.1% above limit #3New Mexico14.6% above limit #4West Virginia14.3% above limit #5South Dakota14.1% above limit

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EPA SDWIS & USGS

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is pfas (forever chemicals) a problem in North Carolina well water?

In North Carolina, pfas (forever chemicals) levels average 2.946 ppt, with a maximum recorded level of 13.546 ppt. The EPA limit is 4 ppt. Currently 5.3% of tested wells exceed this limit, affecting approximately 48,760 wells.

How much does it cost to test for pfas (forever chemicals) in North Carolina?

Testing for pfas (forever chemicals) in North Carolina typically costs around $148. If treatment is needed, water treatment systems for pfas (forever chemicals) cost approximately $3,134.

What is the risk level of pfas (forever chemicals) in North Carolina well water?

The risk level for pfas (forever chemicals) in North Carolina is rated as low. The state average of 2.946 ppt is 46.0% above the national average of 2.018 ppt.

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