Elmhurst, IL Radon Levels
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Elmhurst, IL Radon Facts
Premier DuPage County suburb in Chicago's western corridor, Elmhurst recorded an average radon level of 4.0 pCi/L, right at the EPA action threshold. The community's predominantly postwar housing stock features full basements built over glacial till deposits and limestone bedrock. Residents in zip code 60126 should consider radon testing given the borderline readings and geological conditions that favor radon accumulation.
Based on 1 user-submitted radon test for homes in Elmhurst, IL. The EPA recommends taking action at or above 4.0 pCi/L.
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Elmhurst, IL Radon Levels
User-submitted radon test readings from homes in the Elmhurst area.
| Radon Level | City | Home Age | Foundation |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4 pCi/L | Elmhurst, IL | 51-99 Years | Full Basement |
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Radon Readings Near Elmhurst, IL
Compare radon levels in Elmhurst with the closest nearby cities that have user-submitted test data.
| City | Distance | Avg User Level | Readings |
|---|---|---|---|
| Villa Park | 2.1 mi | 12.50 pCi/L | 2 |
| Oak Brook | 4.0 mi | 10.00 pCi/L | 1 |
| Westchester | 4.0 mi | 4.00 pCi/L | 1 |
| Lombard | 4.1 mi | 6.25 pCi/L | 4 |
| Addison | 4.3 mi | 4.00 pCi/L | 1 |
| Wood Dale | 5.1 mi | 4.00 pCi/L | 1 |
| Hinsdale | 6.1 mi | 5.00 pCi/L | 1 |
| Western Springs | 6.4 mi | 7.00 pCi/L | 1 |
Dupage County Radon Profile
EPA mapping assigns Dupage 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 25 cities in Dupage County average 6.98 pCi/L across 45 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 Dupage County home regardless of zone or a neighbor's results.