Austin, MN Radon Levels

Q: What EPA Radon Zone is Austin in?

Austin is in Mower County, EPA Zone 1.

Q: Why are radon readings shown from areas near Austin?

No homeowner radon tests have been submitted for Austin yet, so readings from the closest cities and the Mower County average are used as the best available indicator of local conditions. The EPA recommends testing every individual home.

Q: How much does radon mitigation cost in Austin?

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

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Austin, MN Radon Facts

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

County Mower County, MN

Zip Code 55912

Located in Mower County in southeastern Minnesota, Austin benefits from EPA Zone 1 classification, reflecting high radon potential from the area's limestone bedrock and glacial deposits. Testing data for zip code 55912 is currently unavailable, making individual home testing essential for this agricultural community. The region's combination of older homes with full basements and newer construction creates diverse conditions where radon accumulation patterns can vary significantly.

5.50

pCi/L area average

Above EPA Action Level

Mower County average: 5.50 pCi/L, based on 2 user-submitted tests across 2 cities in the county. No homeowner readings have been submitted for Austin 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 Austin, MN

No homeowner tests have been submitted for Austin yet, so the closest user-submitted readings from neighboring communities are shown below. Radon varies by home — testing is the only way to know your level.

Radon Level	City	Distance	Home Age	Foundation	Submitted
3 pCi/L	Lyle, MN	9.8 mi	—	—	Jun 2021
4 pCi/L	Blooming Prairie, MN	16.3 mi	21-50 Years	Full Basement	Feb 2019
7 pCi/L	Albert Lea, MN	19.6 mi	51-99 Years	Partial Basement	Dec 2024
8 pCi/L	Le Roy, MN	25.5 mi	100+ Years	Partial Basement	Jul 2024

Readings are drawn from the nearest cities with submitted data. Have a result for Austin? Submit your reading to help your neighbors.

Mower County Radon Profile

Because of its underlying geology, Mower 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 2 cities in Mower County average 5.50 pCi/L across 2 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 Mower County home regardless of zone or a neighbor's results.

Radon FAQ for Austin, MN

What EPA Radon Zone is Austin in?

Austin and the 55912 zip code are in Mower 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 Austin?

No homeowner radon tests have been submitted for Austin yet. Because radon is driven by regional soil and bedrock geology, readings from the closest cities—and the Mower County average—are the best available indicator of local conditions until Austin 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 Austin?

Radon mitigation in Austin 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 Austin?

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.

Radon Levels Near Austin, MN

User-submitted radon levels from the cities closest to Austin with recorded test data. Explore nearby communities to compare local readings.

City	Distance	Avg User Level	Submissions
Lyle	9.8 mi	3.00 pCi/L	1
Blooming Prairie	16.3 mi	4.00 pCi/L	1
Albert Lea	19.6 mi	7.00 pCi/L	1
Le Roy	25.5 mi	8.00 pCi/L	1