Fox Lake, IL Radon Levels
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Fox Lake, IL Radon Facts
Fox Lake in Lake County shows an average radon reading of 5.0 pCi/L, slightly exceeding the EPA's 4.0 pCi/L action threshold. Located along the northern suburban corridor of the Chicago metro, this community sits on glacial till deposits that contribute to elevated radon potential. Residents in 60020 should consider radon testing, particularly in homes with full basements common to this area.
Based on 1 user-submitted radon test for homes in Fox Lake, IL. The EPA recommends taking action at or above 4.0 pCi/L.
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Fox Lake, IL Radon Levels
User-submitted radon test readings from homes in the Fox Lake area.
| Radon Level | City | Home Age | Foundation |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5 pCi/L | Fox Lake, IL | 0-20 Years | Partial Basement |
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Radon Readings Near Fox Lake, IL
Compare radon levels in Fox Lake with the closest nearby cities that have user-submitted test data.
| City | Distance | Avg User Level | Readings |
|---|---|---|---|
| Round Lake | 4.3 mi | 7.80 pCi/L | 5 |
| Spring Grove | 4.5 mi | 14.00 pCi/L | 1 |
| Antioch | 5.5 mi | 7.00 pCi/L | 4 |
| Mchenry | 6.1 mi | 11.00 pCi/L | 4 |
| Grayslake | 6.3 mi | 5.00 pCi/L | 7 |
| Wauconda | 9.1 mi | 6.67 pCi/L | 3 |
| Gurnee | 11.4 mi | 5.00 pCi/L | 2 |
| Mundelein | 12.1 mi | 8.00 pCi/L | 3 |
Lake County Radon Profile
The soils and bedrock of Lake County place it in EPA Radon Zone 2, a moderate-risk classification with predicted indoor averages of 2 to 4 pCi/L. Homeowner-submitted tests from 19 cities in Lake County average 6.68 pCi/L across 59 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 Lake County to test, as levels can differ between neighboring homes.