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Harrisburg, PA Radon Levels

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Harrisburg, PA Radon Facts

EPA Radon Zone Zone 1 — High Risk > 4.0 pCi/L (Zone 1)
County Dauphin County, PA
Zip Code 17101
Avg. User Level 13.00 pCi/L
User Tests 1

Pennsylvania's capital city in Dauphin County shows significant radon concerns with an average level of 13.0 pCi/L, more than three times the EPA action threshold of 4.0 pCi/L. Built on limestone bedrock and situated in the Susquehanna River valley, Harrisburg's geological conditions contribute to these elevated readings across its diverse housing stock. Homeowners in zip code 17101 should prioritize immediate radon testing and mitigation given these concerning levels and the city's complex geological setting.

13.00
pCi/L average
Above EPA Action Level

Based on 1 user-submitted radon test for homes in Harrisburg, PA. The EPA recommends taking action at or above 4.0 pCi/L.

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Harrisburg, PA Radon Levels

User-submitted radon test readings from homes in the Harrisburg area.

Radon LevelCityHome AgeFoundation
13 pCi/L Harrisburg, PA 21-50 Years

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Radon Readings Near Harrisburg, PA

Compare radon levels in Harrisburg with the closest nearby cities that have user-submitted test data.

CityDistanceAvg User LevelReadings
Enola 4.9 mi 20.00 pCi/L 1
Mechanicsburg 10.3 mi 13.75 pCi/L 4
Elizabethtown 15.6 mi 9.67 pCi/L 3
Annville 16.9 mi 14.00 pCi/L 1
Dover 18.7 mi 13.00 pCi/L 1
Carlisle 19.7 mi 11.33 pCi/L 3
Marietta 21.0 mi 5.00 pCi/L 1
Mount Joy 21.5 mi 4.00 pCi/L 1

Dauphin County Radon Profile

Because of its underlying geology, Dauphin County is mapped as EPA Radon Zone 1 — the most elevated classification — where predicted indoor screening averages exceed 4 pCi/L. Homeowner-submitted tests from 1 city in Dauphin County average 13.00 pCi/L across 1 test — above the EPA's 4 pCi/L action level, reinforcing the need for testing across the county. As the second leading cause of lung cancer in the U.S., radon warrants testing in every Dauphin County home regardless of zone or a neighbor's results.

Radon FAQ for Harrisburg, PA

What is the average radon level in Harrisburg, PA?
Based on 1 user-submitted test, the average radon level in Harrisburg is 13.00 pCi/L. This exceeds the EPA's recommended action level of 4.0 pCi/L, and radon testing is recommended for all homes in the area.
What EPA Radon Zone is Harrisburg in?
Harrisburg and the 17101 zip code are in Dauphin County, which has an EPA assigned Radon Zone of 1. A zone of 1 predicts an average indoor radon screening level greater than 4 pCi/L.
How much does radon mitigation cost in Harrisburg?
Radon mitigation in Harrisburg typically costs between $800 and $2,000. Most homes with standard basements can be mitigated with a sub-slab depressurization system in the $1,000–$1,500 range. Factors that can increase cost include complex foundations, crawl spaces, or very high radon levels.
Should I test for radon if I'm buying a home in Harrisburg?
Yes. Radon testing should be part of every home purchase. A short-term radon test is typically included as part of the home inspection process and costs $150–$250. If elevated levels are found, you can negotiate mitigation as part of the sale.