Albany, GA Radon Levels

Q: What EPA Radon Zone is Albany in?

Albany is in Dougherty County, EPA Zone 3.

Q: What EPA radon zones surround Albany, GA?

Albany sits in Dougherty County, which the EPA classifies as Radon Zone 3. Among the nearby communities listed above, 8 in Zone 3 (low risk, under 2 pCi/L). EPA radon zones are county-level predictions of radon potential, so the EPA recommends testing every individual home regardless of its zone, since levels vary from house to house.

Q: How much does radon mitigation cost in Albany?

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

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Albany, GA Radon Facts

EPA Radon Zone Zone 3 — Low Risk < 2.0 pCi/L (Zone 3)

County Dougherty County, GA

Zip Code 31701

Located in southwest Georgia's Dougherty County, Albany sits within the Coastal Plain region where sandy soils and warm, humid conditions typically keep radon levels relatively low. Testing data is currently unavailable for the area's various zip codes, making baseline radon testing advisable for homeowners despite the region's generally favorable geological conditions.

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EPA Radon Zones Near Albany, GA

No user-submitted radon readings are available for Albany or its immediate area yet. The table below shows the EPA radon zone — a county-level prediction of radon risk — for nearby communities. Radon still varies from home to home, so testing is the only way to confirm your level.

City	Distance	County	EPA Radon Zone
Poulan	22.4 mi	Worth County	Zone 3
Bronwood	22.6 mi	Terrell County	Zone 3
Camilla	23.2 mi	Mitchell County	Zone 3
Smithville	23.4 mi	Lee County	Zone 3
Warwick	24.2 mi	Worth County	Zone 3
Sumner	25.2 mi	Worth County	Zone 3
Morgan	25.6 mi	Calhoun County	Zone 3
Hartsfield	25.7 mi	Colquitt County	Zone 3

Dougherty County Radon Profile

The EPA maps Dougherty County as Radon Zone 3, the lowest predicted classification, with modeled indoor screening levels under 2 pCi/L. Direct test data for Dougherty County remains limited, so the closest neighboring readings are used here to represent the radon conditions homeowners are likely to encounter. As the second leading cause of lung cancer in the U.S., radon warrants testing in every Dougherty County home regardless of zone or a neighbor's results.

Radon FAQ for Albany, GA

What EPA Radon Zone is Albany in?

Albany and the 31701 zip code are in Dougherty 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.

What EPA radon zones surround Albany, GA?

Albany sits in Dougherty County, which the EPA classifies as Radon Zone 3. Among the nearby communities listed above, 8 in Zone 3 (low risk, under 2 pCi/L). EPA radon zones are county-level predictions of radon potential, so the EPA recommends testing every individual home regardless of its zone, since levels vary from house to house.

How much does radon mitigation cost in Albany?

Radon mitigation in Albany 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 Albany?

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.