Volatile Organic Compounds in Virginia Well Water

In Virginia, volatile organic compounds levels average 2.451 ppb, with a maximum recorded level of 12.16 ppb. The EPA limit is 5 ppb. Currently 7.1% of tested wells exceed this limit, affecting approximately 60,350 wells.

Testing for volatile organic compounds in Virginia typically costs around $85. If treatment is needed, water treatment systems for volatile organic compounds cost approximately $2,856.

The risk level for volatile organic compounds in Virginia is rated as low. The state average of 2.451 ppb is 2.9% above the national average of 2.382 ppb.