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Johnstown, PA Radon Levels

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Johnstown, PA Radon Facts

EPA Radon Zone Zone 2 — Moderate Risk 2–4 pCi/L (Zone 2)
County Cambria County, PA
Zip Code 15901
Avg. User Level 7.30 pCi/L
User Tests 3

Located in Cambria County within the Appalachian Mountains of southwestern Pennsylvania, Johnstown's housing stock includes many early-to-mid 20th century homes with full basements built over fractured sedimentary bedrock. The area's average radon level of 7.33 pCi/L significantly exceeds the EPA action level of 4.0 pCi/L, indicating that radon mitigation systems are recommended for most homes in the 15901 zip code.

7.30
pCi/L average
Above EPA Action Level

Based on 3 user-submitted radon tests for homes in Johnstown, PA. The EPA recommends taking action at or above 4.0 pCi/L.

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Johnstown, PA Radon Levels

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

Radon LevelCityHome AgeFoundation
5 pCi/L Johnstown, PA 51-99 Years Full Basement
10 pCi/L Johnstown, PA Full Basement
7 pCi/L Johnstown, PA 21-50 Years Full Basement

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Radon Readings Near Johnstown, PA

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

CityDistanceAvg User LevelReadings
Blairsville 19.8 mi 15.00 pCi/L 1
Schellsburg 23.8 mi 20.00 pCi/L 1
Duncansville 25.6 mi 3.00 pCi/L 1
Hollidaysburg 29.3 mi 7.00 pCi/L 1
Altoona 29.5 mi 6.00 pCi/L 2
Martinsburg 30.8 mi 15.00 pCi/L 1
Marion Center 31.8 mi 3.00 pCi/L 1
Greensburg 33.5 mi 6.50 pCi/L 2

Cambria County Radon Profile

EPA mapping assigns Cambria County to Radon Zone 2, indicating moderate predicted indoor screening levels in the 2 to 4 pCi/L range based on regional geology. Homeowner-submitted tests from 1 city in Cambria County average 7.33 pCi/L across 3 tests — 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 Cambria County home regardless of zone or a neighbor's results.

Radon FAQ for Johnstown, PA

What is the average radon level in Johnstown, PA?
Based on 3 user-submitted tests, the average radon level in Johnstown is 7.30 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 Johnstown in?
Johnstown and the 15901 zip code are in Cambria County, which has an EPA assigned Radon Zone of 2. A zone of 2 predicts an average indoor radon screening level between 2 and 4 pCi/L.
How much does radon mitigation cost in Johnstown?
Radon mitigation in Johnstown 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 Johnstown?
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.