Artesia, NM Radon Mitigation and Testing

Q: What EPA Radon Zone is Artesia in?

Artesia is in Eddy County, EPA Zone 2.

Q: How much does radon mitigation cost in Artesia?

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

Eddy County

EPA Zone 2

Located in Eddy County in southeastern New Mexico's Permian Basin, Artesia in zip code 88210 sits atop sedimentary rock formations that generally produce moderate radon levels. The city's housing reflects both its oil industry heritage and modern residential development, with foundation types adapted to the region's semi-arid climate and stable soil conditions. While specific radon testing data for Artesia remains limited, homeowners may benefit from testing to establish their property's radon profile.

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Artesia Radon Facts

Key details about the radon risk profile for Artesia and the 88210 zip code area.

EPA Radon Zone

Zone 2 — Moderate Risk

County

Eddy County, NM

Zip Code

88210

Predicted Screening Level

2–4 pCi/L (Zone 2)

Artesia and the 88210 zip code are located in Eddy 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 Artesia, NM

What EPA Radon Zone is Artesia in?

Artesia and the 88210 zip code are in Eddy 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 Artesia?

Radon mitigation in Artesia 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 Artesia?

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 Mexico

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

City	Avg User Radon Level	Submissions
Santa Fe	7.78 pCi/L	9
El Prado	10.40 pCi/L	5
Taos	10.50 pCi/L	2
Las Cruces	7.00 pCi/L	2
Albuquerque	4.00 pCi/L	2
Alamogordo	4.00 pCi/L	1
Clovis	No submissions	0