Hawthorne, NJ Radon Mitigation and Testing

Q: What EPA Radon Zone is Hawthorne in?

Hawthorne is in Passaic County, EPA Zone 2.

Q: How much does radon mitigation cost in Hawthorne?

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

Passaic County

EPA Zone 2

Part of Passaic County in the New York City Metro region, Hawthorne sits on glacial deposits over sedimentary bedrock typical of northern New Jersey. While specific radon testing data for the 07506 zip code is currently limited, the area's geology and housing characteristics warrant homeowner attention to radon testing. The borough's predominantly mid-20th century housing stock features many homes with full basements, creating conditions where radon can potentially accumulate.

Hawthorne, NJ Radon Mitigation

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Hawthorne Radon Facts

Key details about the radon risk profile for Hawthorne and the 07506 zip code area.

EPA Radon Zone

Zone 2 — Moderate Risk

County

Passaic County, NJ

Zip Code

07506

Predicted Screening Level

2–4 pCi/L (Zone 2)

Hawthorne and the 07506 zip code are located in Passaic 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 Hawthorne, NJ

What EPA Radon Zone is Hawthorne in?

Hawthorne and the 07506 zip code are in Passaic 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 Hawthorne?

Radon mitigation in Hawthorne 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 Hawthorne?

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 New Jersey

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

City	Avg User Radon Level	Submissions
Cherry Hill	6.44 pCi/L	9
Hillsborough	6.14 pCi/L	7
Freehold	10.50 pCi/L	6
Marlboro	6.17 pCi/L	6
Bernardsville	7.00 pCi/L	5
Phillipsburg	7.00 pCi/L	5
Edison	5.60 pCi/L	5
Princeton	5.40 pCi/L	5
Sussex	9.75 pCi/L	4
Piscataway	6.75 pCi/L	4
Caldwell	5.00 pCi/L	4
Atlantic Highlands	4.75 pCi/L	4
West Orange	4.00 pCi/L	4
Basking Ridge	3.75 pCi/L	4
Hackettstown	3.75 pCi/L	4
Livingston	3.25 pCi/L	4
Nutley	3.25 pCi/L	4
Sicklerville	7.00 pCi/L	3
Clifton	6.00 pCi/L	3
Westfield	6.00 pCi/L	3