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Paterson, NJ Radon Mitigation and Testing

Avg: 4.00 pCi/L
Passaic County
EPA Zone 2
1 user test

Located along the Passaic River in Passaic County, this historic industrial city sits on river valley sediments and glacial deposits typical of northern New Jersey. Recent testing in the 07501 area shows radon levels averaging 4.0 pCi/L, meeting the EPA's action threshold exactly. The city's dense urban housing stock—featuring numerous multi-family buildings and row houses from the early 1900s—benefits from systematic radon testing given the varied foundation conditions and shared-wall construction typical of New York Metro communities.

4.00
pCi/L average
Above EPA Action Level

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

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Paterson, New Jersey Radon Levels

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

Radon LevelCityHome AgeFoundationSubmitted
4 pCi/L Paterson, NJ 51-99 Years Partial Basement Feb 2019

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Paterson Radon Facts

Key details about the radon risk profile for Paterson and the 07501 zip code area.

EPA Radon Zone
Zone 2 — Moderate Risk
County
Passaic County, NJ
Zip Code
07501
Predicted Screening Level
2–4 pCi/L (Zone 2)
Avg. User Submitted Level
4.00 pCi/L
User Tests Submitted
1

Paterson and the 07501 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 Paterson, NJ

What is the average radon level in Paterson, NJ?
Based on 1 user-submitted test, the average radon level in Paterson is 4.00 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 Paterson in?
Paterson and the 07501 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 Paterson?
Radon mitigation in Paterson 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 Paterson?
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.

CityAvg User Radon LevelSubmissions
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