Binghamton, NY Radon Mitigation and Testing

Q: What EPA Radon Zone is Binghamton in?

Binghamton is in Broome County, EPA Zone 1.

Q: How much does radon mitigation cost in Binghamton?

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

Broome County

EPA Zone 1

Set in southern New York's Broome County at the confluence of the Chenango and Susquehanna rivers, Binghamton sits on glacial valley fill over Devonian shale bedrock. Testing data across zip codes 13901-13905 remains limited, making radon testing important for residents throughout the metro area. The city's diverse housing stock spans from Victorian-era homes to mid-century residential developments, most with full basements.

Binghamton, NY Radon Mitigation

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Binghamton Radon Facts

Key details about the radon risk profile for Binghamton and the 13901 zip code area.

EPA Radon Zone

Zone 1 — High Risk

County

Broome County, NY

Zip Code

13901

Predicted Screening Level

> 4.0 pCi/L (Zone 1)

Binghamton and the 13901 zip code are located in Broome County, which has an EPA assigned Radon Zone of 1. A radon zone of 1 predicts an average indoor radon screening level greater than 4 pCi/L. The EPA recommends testing every home regardless of zone classification.

Radon FAQ for Binghamton, NY

What EPA Radon Zone is Binghamton in?

Binghamton and the 13901 zip code are in Broome 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.

How much does radon mitigation cost in Binghamton?

Radon mitigation in Binghamton 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 Binghamton?

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 York

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

City	Avg User Radon Level	Submissions
Brooklyn	10.80 pCi/L	5
Oneonta	6.50 pCi/L	4
Clifton Park	3.75 pCi/L	4
Elmira	15.00 pCi/L	3
Saugerties	10.67 pCi/L	3
Staten Island	4.00 pCi/L	3
New York	9.00 pCi/L	2
Yonkers	8.00 pCi/L	2
Horseheads	7.50 pCi/L	2
Poughkeepsie	16.00 pCi/L	1
Buffalo	4.00 pCi/L	1
Pelham	3.00 pCi/L	1