Worcester, NY Radon Mitigation and Testing

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

Based on 1 user-submitted tests, the average radon level is 20.00 pCi/L.

Q: What EPA Radon Zone is Worcester in?

Worcester is in Otsego County, EPA Zone 1.

Q: How much does radon mitigation cost in Worcester?

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

Avg: 20.00 pCi/L

Otsego County

EPA Zone 1

1 user test

Located in rural Otsego County, this small New York community has recorded an alarming average radon level of 20.0 pCi/L — five times the EPA action threshold. Zip code 12197 sits in EPA Zone 1, where the region's metamorphic bedrock and glacial soils create conditions highly favorable for radon gas production. Given these extremely elevated readings, all area homeowners should immediately test their properties and implement professional radon mitigation systems.

20.00

pCi/L average

Above EPA Action Level

Based on 1 user-submitted radon test for homes in Worcester, NY. The EPA recommends taking action at or above 4.0 pCi/L.

4.0 EPA

10+

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Worcester, New York Radon Levels

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

Radon Level	City	Home Age	Foundation	Submitted
20 pCi/L	Worcester, NY	100+ Years	—	Sep 2025

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Worcester Radon Facts

Key details about the radon risk profile for Worcester and the 12197 zip code area.

EPA Radon Zone

Zone 1 — High Risk

County

Otsego County, NY

Zip Code

12197

Predicted Screening Level

> 4.0 pCi/L (Zone 1)

Avg. User Submitted Level

20.00 pCi/L

User Tests Submitted

Worcester and the 12197 zip code are located in Otsego 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 Worcester, NY

What is the average radon level in Worcester, NY?

Based on 1 user-submitted test, the average radon level in Worcester is 20.00 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 Worcester in?

Worcester and the 12197 zip code are in Otsego 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 Worcester?

Radon mitigation in Worcester 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 Worcester?

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