What a well water test costs in Arkansas
We found 4 well water test fees published by 2 labs and offices in Arkansas. The one published bacteria (coliform and E. coli) test fee we found is $17, at Arkansas Department of Health Public Health Laboratory.
Every fee we found, as published
Prices are copied from each lab's or agency's own page. A fee can change at any time, so check the linked page before you send a sample.
State and public agency labs
- $17
Arkansas Department of Health Public Health LaboratoryLittle RockBacteria
The Arkansas Department of Health Public Health Laboratory charges $17 per private drinking water sample for total coliform and E. coli testing.
healthy.arkansas.gov · no date on the page · read October 7, 2026
University and extension labs
- $50
University of Arkansas Water Quality Lab (Arkansas Water Resources Center)FayettevillePanel
The University of Arkansas water testing service lists $50 for a metals suite on a water sample.
uaex.uada.edu · no date on the page · read October 7, 2026
- $10
University of Arkansas Water Quality Lab (Arkansas Water Resources Center)FayettevilleOther test
The University of Arkansas water testing service lists $10 for a pH test on a water sample.
uaex.uada.edu · no date on the page · read October 7, 2026
- $30
University of Arkansas Water Quality Lab (Arkansas Water Resources Center)FayettevilleOther test
The University of Arkansas water testing service lists $30 for a hardness test that includes calcium and magnesium.
uaex.uada.edu · no date on the page · read October 7, 2026
How to get a sample tested in Arkansas
To have a private well tested by the state, start by getting a water collection kit from your local health unit.
The state lab tests private drinking water samples only for total coliform bacteria and E. coli, and samples must arrive within 30 hours of collection.
EPA says to use only laboratories certified for drinking water testing, and notes your local health department may offer private well testing, sometimes free.
Sources: Arkansas Department of Health · U.S. EPA
Which test to pay for
EPA says to test a private well every year for total coliform bacteria, nitrates, total dissolved solids and pH, and to test for other contaminants you suspect.
Not sure which tests your well needs? Tick what applies to your home and see the tests agencies recommend, with the reason for each.
Source: U.S. EPA, private wells
Questions
How much does a well water test cost in Arkansas?
The one published bacteria (coliform and E. coli) test fee we found is $17, at Arkansas Department of Health Public Health Laboratory. Wider panels cost more: $50 at University of Arkansas Water Quality Lab (Arkansas Water Resources Center). Each fee on this page links to the page that prints it.
What does a public agency lab charge in Arkansas?
The Arkansas Department of Health Public Health Laboratory charges $17 per private drinking water sample for total coliform and E. coli testing.
Test fees in other states
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