Volatile Organic Compounds in Vermont Well Water

In Vermont, volatile organic compounds levels average 3.997 ppb, with a maximum recorded level of 17.825 ppb. The EPA limit is 5 ppb. Currently 8.8% of tested wells exceed this limit, affecting approximately 15,840 wells.

Testing for volatile organic compounds in Vermont typically costs around $92. If treatment is needed, water treatment systems for volatile organic compounds cost approximately $4,088.

The risk level for volatile organic compounds in Vermont is rated as moderate. The state average of 3.997 ppb is 67.8% above the national average of 2.382 ppb.