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Belleville, IL Radon Levels

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Belleville, IL Radon Facts

EPA Radon Zone Zone 2 — Moderate Risk 2–4 pCi/L (Zone 2)
County St Clair County, IL
Zip Code 62220
Avg. User Level 7.30 pCi/L
User Tests 3

Located in St. Clair County on the Illinois side of the St. Louis Metro, Belleville records an average radon level of 7.33 pCi/L, exceeding the EPA action threshold. The city's position over Mississippi River floodplain deposits and underlying Mississippian limestone creates moderate radon potential, though individual homes near bluffs can see significantly elevated readings. Residents across zip codes 62220, 62221, 62223, and 62226 should test their homes, particularly those with basements or crawl spaces.

7.30
pCi/L average
Above EPA Action Level

Based on 3 user-submitted radon tests for homes in Belleville, IL. The EPA recommends taking action at or above 4.0 pCi/L.

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Belleville, IL Radon Levels

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

Radon LevelCityHome AgeFoundation
8 pCi/L Belleville, IL 51-99 Years Full Basement
6 pCi/L Belleville, IL 51-99 Years Full Basement

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Radon Readings Near Belleville, IL

Compare radon levels in Belleville with the closest nearby cities that have user-submitted test data.

CityDistanceAvg User LevelReadings
Fairview Heights 4.4 mi 9.00 pCi/L 1
O Fallon 6.0 mi 6.00 pCi/L 1
Caseyville 7.1 mi 7.50 pCi/L 2
Collinsville 10.4 mi 5.00 pCi/L 1
Lebanon 11.7 mi 10.50 pCi/L 2
Mascoutah 11.9 mi 6.50 pCi/L 2
Maryville 12.6 mi 11.00 pCi/L 1
Columbia 13.2 mi 8.00 pCi/L 4

St Clair County Radon Profile

EPA mapping assigns St Clair County to Radon Zone 2, indicating moderate predicted indoor screening levels in the 2 to 4 pCi/L range based on regional geology. Homeowner-submitted tests from 7 cities in St Clair County average 7.50 pCi/L across 12 tests — above the EPA's 4 pCi/L action level, reinforcing the need for testing across the county. As the second leading cause of lung cancer in the U.S., radon warrants testing in every St Clair County home regardless of zone or a neighbor's results.

Radon FAQ for Belleville, IL

What is the average radon level in Belleville, IL?
Based on 3 user-submitted tests, the average radon level in Belleville is 7.30 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 Belleville in?
Belleville and the 62220 zip code are in St Clair 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 Belleville?
Radon mitigation in Belleville 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 Belleville?
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.