Murdo, SD Radon Mitigation and Testing

Q: What EPA Radon Zone is Murdo in?

Murdo is in Jones County, EPA Zone 2.

Q: How much does radon mitigation cost in Murdo?

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

Jones County

EPA Zone 2

This central South Dakota community in Jones County sits over Pierre Shale formations typical of the Great Plains region. Local housing consists mainly of ranch-style homes and farmsteads, many with partial basements or slab foundations. Testing data for the 57559 area remains unavailable, making individual radon testing advisable for residents to understand their exposure levels.

Murdo, SD Radon Mitigation

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Murdo Radon Facts

Key details about the radon risk profile for Murdo and the 57559 zip code area.

EPA Radon Zone

Zone 2 — Moderate Risk

County

Jones County, SD

Zip Code

57559

Predicted Screening Level

2–4 pCi/L (Zone 2)

Murdo and the 57559 zip code are located in Jones 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 Murdo, SD

What EPA Radon Zone is Murdo in?

Murdo and the 57559 zip code are in Jones 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 Murdo?

Radon mitigation in Murdo 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 Murdo?

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 South Dakota

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

City	Avg User Radon Level	Submissions
Spearfish	7.75 pCi/L	4
Rapid City	10.50 pCi/L	2
Aberdeen	8.50 pCi/L	2
Sioux Falls	6.00 pCi/L	2
Watertown	6.00 pCi/L	2