Murfreesboro, TN Radon Levels

Q: What EPA Radon Zone is Murfreesboro in?

Murfreesboro is in Rutherford County, EPA Zone 1.

Q: How much does radon mitigation cost in Murfreesboro?

Radon mitigation typically costs between $800 and $2,000. Most standard systems fall in the $1,000-$1,500 range.

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Murfreesboro, TN Radon Facts

EPA Radon Zone Zone 1 — High Risk > 4.0 pCi/L (Zone 1)

County Rutherford County, TN

Zip Code 37127

As Rutherford County's largest city within the Nashville metropolitan area, Murfreesboro sits in EPA Zone 1 where limestone bedrock and residual clay soils create elevated radon potential. Testing data for this rapidly growing university town remains limited despite its size, making individual home assessment essential. The mix of historic homes and new suburban developments across zip codes 37127-37130 means radon levels can vary significantly throughout the community.

7.00

pCi/L area average

Above EPA Action Level

Rutherford County average: 7.00 pCi/L, based on 1 user-submitted test across 1 city in the county. No homeowner readings have been submitted for Murfreesboro itself yet, so this county figure is the closest available benchmark. The EPA recommends taking action at or above 4.0 pCi/L.

4.0 EPA

10+

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Radon Readings Near Murfreesboro, TN

No homeowner tests have been submitted for Murfreesboro yet. The closest cities with user-submitted radon data are shown below — explore them to gauge local conditions. Radon varies by home, so testing is the only way to know your level.

City	Distance	Avg User Level	Readings
Smyrna	10.5 mi	7.00 pCi/L	1
College Grove	18.9 mi	3.00 pCi/L	1
Shelbyville	24.0 mi	10.50 pCi/L	2
Brentwood	24.2 mi	8.50 pCi/L	2
Lebanon	24.2 mi	5.00 pCi/L	1
Mount Juliet	25.2 mi	2.00 pCi/L	1
Franklin	25.5 mi	5.00 pCi/L	1
Hermitage	26.5 mi	4.00 pCi/L	1

Rutherford County Radon Profile

Because of its underlying geology, Rutherford 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 Rutherford County average 7.00 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 Rutherford County home regardless of zone or a neighbor's results.

Radon FAQ for Murfreesboro, TN

What EPA Radon Zone is Murfreesboro in?

Murfreesboro and the 37127 zip code are in Rutherford 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.

Why are radon readings shown from areas near Murfreesboro?

No homeowner radon tests have been submitted for Murfreesboro yet. Because radon is driven by regional soil and bedrock geology, readings from the closest cities—and the Rutherford County average—are the best available indicator of local conditions until Murfreesboro homeowners submit their own results. The EPA still recommends testing every individual home, since levels can vary significantly from house to house.

How much does radon mitigation cost in Murfreesboro?

Radon mitigation in Murfreesboro 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 Murfreesboro?

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.