Dixon, IL Radon Levels
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Dixon, IL Radon Facts
Dixon in Lee County shows an average radon level of 14.0 pCi/L, well above the EPA action threshold of 4.0 pCi/L. This northwestern Illinois community, with readings ranging from 8.0 to 20.0 pCi/L, sits in glacial till deposits that create highly favorable conditions for radon accumulation in homes with basements. Residents in zip code 61021 should prioritize radon testing and mitigation given these elevated levels.
Based on 2 user-submitted radon tests for homes in Dixon, IL. The EPA recommends taking action at or above 4.0 pCi/L.
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Dixon, IL Radon Levels
User-submitted radon test readings from homes in the Dixon area.
| Radon Level | City | Home Age | Foundation |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 pCi/L | Dixon, IL | 51-99 Years | Full Basement |
| 8 pCi/L | Dixon, IL | 21-50 Years | Full Basement |
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Radon Readings Near Dixon, IL
Compare radon levels in Dixon with the closest nearby cities that have user-submitted test data.
| City | Distance | Avg User Level | Readings |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rock Falls | 11.9 mi | 6.00 pCi/L | 2 |
| Amboy | 12.3 mi | 5.00 pCi/L | 1 |
| Mount Morris | 14.1 mi | 4.00 pCi/L | 1 |
| Ashton | 14.5 mi | 4.00 pCi/L | 1 |
| Walnut | 22.2 mi | 5.00 pCi/L | 1 |
| Rochelle | 22.2 mi | 13.00 pCi/L | 1 |
| Byron | 22.6 mi | 11.50 pCi/L | 2 |
| Lanark | 24.2 mi | 12.00 pCi/L | 3 |
Lee County Radon Profile
Lee County falls in EPA Radon Zone 1, meaning the local uranium-bearing geology is predicted to drive average indoor radon screening levels above the EPA's 4 pCi/L action threshold. Homeowner-submitted tests from 3 cities in Lee County average 9.25 pCi/L across 4 tests — above the EPA's 4 pCi/L action level, reinforcing the need for testing across the county. Since radon is the second leading cause of lung cancer nationally, the EPA urges every household in Lee County to test, as levels can differ between neighboring homes.