Jackson Heights, NY Radon Mitigation and Testing

Q: What EPA Radon Zone is Jackson Heights in?

Jackson Heights is in Queens County, EPA Zone 3.

Q: How much does radon mitigation cost in Jackson Heights?

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

Queens County

EPA Zone 3

Part of Queens County in the New York City Metro area, Jackson Heights features dense urban housing built primarily in the early-to-mid 20th century, including co-op apartments, attached townhomes, and multi-family residences. While radon levels in this 11372 zip code area tend to be lower than suburban locations due to limited below-grade living spaces, testing data remains sparse. Even in urban settings, basement apartments and ground-floor units should be tested for radon.

Jackson Heights, NY Radon Mitigation

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Jackson Heights Radon Facts

Key details about the radon risk profile for Jackson Heights and the 11372 zip code area.

EPA Radon Zone

Zone 3 — Low Risk

County

Queens County, NY

Zip Code

11372

Predicted Screening Level

< 2.0 pCi/L (Zone 3)

Jackson Heights and the 11372 zip code are located in Queens County, which has an EPA assigned Radon Zone of 3. A radon zone of 3 predicts an average indoor radon screening level less than 2 pCi/L. The EPA recommends testing every home regardless of zone classification.

Radon FAQ for Jackson Heights, NY

What EPA Radon Zone is Jackson Heights in?

Jackson Heights and the 11372 zip code are in Queens County, which has an EPA assigned Radon Zone of 3. A zone of 3 predicts an average indoor radon screening level less than 2 pCi/L.

How much does radon mitigation cost in Jackson Heights?

Radon mitigation in Jackson Heights 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 Jackson Heights?

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