New York, NY Radon Mitigation and Testing

Q: What is the average radon level in New York, NY?

Based on 2 user-submitted tests, the average radon level is 9.00 pCi/L.

Q: What EPA Radon Zone is New York in?

New York is in New York County, EPA Zone 3.

Q: How much does radon mitigation cost in New York?

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

Avg: 9.00 pCi/L

New York County

EPA Zone 3

2 user tests

Manhattan's diverse neighborhoods in New York County show an average radon level of 9.0 pCi/L, significantly exceeding the EPA's action threshold of 4.0 pCi/L. Despite the urban setting and prevalence of high-rise buildings, radon can still accumulate in basement levels and lower floors throughout the New York City Metro area. The limited testing data available highlights the need for more comprehensive radon measurement across Manhattan's varied building stock and zip codes.

9.00

pCi/L average

Above EPA Action Level

Based on 2 user-submitted radon tests for homes in New York, NY. The EPA recommends taking action at or above 4.0 pCi/L.

4.0 EPA

10+

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New York, New York Radon Levels

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

Radon Level	City	Home Age	Foundation	Submitted
15 pCi/L	New York, NY	21-50 Years	Full Basement	Aug 2022
3 pCi/L	New York, NY	0-20 Years	Partial Basement	Mar 2021

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New York Radon Facts

Key details about the radon risk profile for New York and the 10001 zip code area.

EPA Radon Zone

Zone 3 — Low Risk

County

New York County, NY

Zip Code

10001

Predicted Screening Level

< 2.0 pCi/L (Zone 3)

Avg. User Submitted Level

9.00 pCi/L

User Tests Submitted

New York and the 10001 zip code are located in New York 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 New York, NY

What is the average radon level in New York, NY?

Based on 2 user-submitted tests, the average radon level in New York is 9.00 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 New York in?

New York and the 10001 zip code are in New York 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 New York?

Radon mitigation in New York 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 New York?

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