Palouse, WA Radon Mitigation and Testing

Q: What EPA Radon Zone is Palouse in?

Palouse is in Whitman County, EPA Zone 2.

Q: How much does radon mitigation cost in Palouse?

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

Whitman County

EPA Zone 2

Set in the rolling wheat country of Whitman County, Palouse sits on the fertile loess soils of the Palouse Prairie region of eastern Washington. Current radon testing data for the 99161 zip code area is limited, though the region's wind-deposited soils over basalt bedrock can influence radon levels. Homeowners in this agricultural community should consider testing, especially older homes with basements or crawl spaces.

Palouse, WA Radon Mitigation

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Palouse Radon Facts

Key details about the radon risk profile for Palouse and the 99161 zip code area.

EPA Radon Zone

Zone 2 — Moderate Risk

County

Whitman County, WA

Zip Code

99161

Predicted Screening Level

2–4 pCi/L (Zone 2)

Palouse and the 99161 zip code are located in Whitman 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 Palouse, WA

What EPA Radon Zone is Palouse in?

Palouse and the 99161 zip code are in Whitman 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 Palouse?

Radon mitigation in Palouse 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 Palouse?

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 Washington

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

City	Avg User Radon Level	Submissions
Vancouver	6.56 pCi/L	9
Kent	3.60 pCi/L	5
Seattle	5.25 pCi/L	4
Olympia	5.00 pCi/L	4
Bellevue	3.75 pCi/L	4
Spokane	11.67 pCi/L	3
Camas	8.00 pCi/L	3
Centralia	7.00 pCi/L	3
Bellingham	4.50 pCi/L	2
Kirkland	4.50 pCi/L	2
Washougal	8.00 pCi/L	1
Ridgefield	5.00 pCi/L	1
Moses Lake	No submissions	0