Pacific Palisades, CA Radon Mitigation and Testing

Q: What EPA Radon Zone is Pacific Palisades in?

Pacific Palisades is in Los Angeles County, EPA Zone 2.

Q: How much does radon mitigation cost in Pacific Palisades?

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

Los Angeles County

EPA Zone 2

Perched along the coast in Los Angeles County within the Los Angeles Metro area, Pacific Palisades sits on marine sedimentary rocks and landslide deposits that typically produce low radon levels due to coastal ventilation. The upscale community's housing includes many hillside homes with varying foundation types and basement configurations. While comprehensive radon data for zip code 90272 is unavailable, testing is still recommended for homes with enclosed below-grade areas.

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Pacific Palisades Radon Facts

Key details about the radon risk profile for Pacific Palisades and the 90272 zip code area.

EPA Radon Zone

Zone 2 — Moderate Risk

County

Los Angeles County, CA

Zip Code

90272

Predicted Screening Level

2–4 pCi/L (Zone 2)

Pacific Palisades and the 90272 zip code are located in Los Angeles County, which has an EPA assigned Radon Zone of 2. A radon zone of 2 predicts an average indoor radon screening level between 2 and 4 pCi/L. The EPA recommends testing every home regardless of zone classification.

Radon FAQ for Pacific Palisades, CA

What EPA Radon Zone is Pacific Palisades in?

Pacific Palisades and the 90272 zip code are in Los Angeles 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 Pacific Palisades?

Radon mitigation in Pacific Palisades 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 Pacific Palisades?

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.

Most Active Radon Markets in California

Cities with the most user-submitted radon test data in the state.

City	Avg User Radon Level	Submissions
Los Angeles	7.83 pCi/L	6
Mammoth Lakes	10.80 pCi/L	5
San Jose	4.20 pCi/L	5
Rancho Palos Verdes	8.00 pCi/L	4
Woodland Hills	7.67 pCi/L	3
South Lake Tahoe	6.33 pCi/L	3
Palos Verdes Peninsula	6.00 pCi/L	3
Bishop	5.67 pCi/L	3
Sacramento	4.33 pCi/L	3
Oakland	3.33 pCi/L	3
Fresno	10.00 pCi/L	2
Davis	8.00 pCi/L	2
Palo Alto	6.50 pCi/L	2
Studio City	6.50 pCi/L	2
Menlo Park	5.00 pCi/L	2
Truckee	5.00 pCi/L	2
Walnut Creek	4.00 pCi/L	2
San Diego	3.50 pCi/L	2
San Francisco	3.50 pCi/L	2
Belmont	20.00 pCi/L	1