Goldfield, IA Radon Mitigation and Testing

Q: What is the average radon level in Goldfield, IA?

Based on 1 user-submitted tests, the average radon level is 20.00 pCi/L.

Q: What EPA Radon Zone is Goldfield in?

Goldfield is in Wright County, EPA Zone 1.

Q: How much does radon mitigation cost in Goldfield?

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

Avg: 20.00 pCi/L

Wright County

EPA Zone 1

1 user test

Located in north-central Iowa's Wright County, Goldfield sits on Des Moines Lobe glacial deposits over Paleozoic bedrock that create some of the highest radon potential in the Midwest. Testing data shows an extremely elevated average radon level of 20.0 pCi/L, five times the EPA action threshold of 4.0 pCi/L. Homeowners in zip code 50542 should treat radon mitigation as an urgent priority, particularly in homes with basement foundations where radon accumulation is most severe.

20.00

pCi/L average

Above EPA Action Level

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

4.0 EPA

10+

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Goldfield, Iowa Radon Levels

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

Radon Level	City	Home Age	Foundation	Submitted
20 pCi/L	Goldfield, IA	21-50 Years	Full Basement	Jan 2020

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Goldfield Radon Facts

Key details about the radon risk profile for Goldfield and the 50542 zip code area.

EPA Radon Zone

Zone 1 — High Risk

County

Wright County, IA

Zip Code

50542

Predicted Screening Level

> 4.0 pCi/L (Zone 1)

Avg. User Submitted Level

20.00 pCi/L

User Tests Submitted

Goldfield and the 50542 zip code are located in Wright County, which has an EPA assigned Radon Zone of 1. A radon zone of 1 predicts an average indoor radon screening level greater than 4 pCi/L. The EPA recommends testing every home regardless of zone classification.

Radon FAQ for Goldfield, IA

What is the average radon level in Goldfield, IA?

Based on 1 user-submitted test, the average radon level in Goldfield is 20.00 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 Goldfield in?

Goldfield and the 50542 zip code are in Wright 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 Goldfield?

Radon mitigation in Goldfield 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 Goldfield?

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 Iowa

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

City	Avg User Radon Level	Submissions
Waterloo	8.50 pCi/L	4
Ames	9.67 pCi/L	3
Fairfield	14.00 pCi/L	2
Mount Pleasant	12.00 pCi/L	2
Ottumwa	5.50 pCi/L	2
Iowa City	7.00 pCi/L	1
Muscatine	No submissions	0