Hillsboro, NM Radon Mitigation and Testing

Q: What EPA Radon Zone is Hillsboro in?

Hillsboro is in Sierra County, EPA Zone 2.

Q: How much does radon mitigation cost in Hillsboro?

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

Sierra County

EPA Zone 2

Found in Sierra County in south-central New Mexico, Hillsboro sits over volcanic and sedimentary bedrock formations in the high desert environment near the Rio Grande Valley. The historic mining community in zip code 88042 features older adobe and frame construction alongside newer homes, many with slab or raised foundations typical of the Southwest. Testing data remains limited for this small mountain community.

Hillsboro, NM Radon Mitigation

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Hillsboro Radon Facts

Key details about the radon risk profile for Hillsboro and the 88042 zip code area.

EPA Radon Zone

Zone 2 — Moderate Risk

County

Sierra County, NM

Zip Code

88042

Predicted Screening Level

2–4 pCi/L (Zone 2)

Hillsboro and the 88042 zip code are located in Sierra 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 Hillsboro, NM

What EPA Radon Zone is Hillsboro in?

Hillsboro and the 88042 zip code are in Sierra 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 Hillsboro?

Radon mitigation in Hillsboro 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 Hillsboro?

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