Gurnee, IL Radon Levels
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Gurnee, IL Radon Facts
Gurnee in Lake County shows an average radon level of 5.0 pCi/L, which exceeds the EPA action threshold based on recent testing data from this Chicago Metro community. The area's glacial till deposits from the Wisconsin glaciation create soil conditions highly favorable for radon gas production and migration throughout the 60031 zip code area. Most homes feature full poured-concrete or block basements typical of northern suburban Illinois construction.
Based on 2 user-submitted radon tests for homes in Gurnee, IL. The EPA recommends taking action at or above 4.0 pCi/L.
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Gurnee, IL Radon Levels
User-submitted radon test readings from homes in the Gurnee area.
| Radon Level | City | Home Age | Foundation |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5 pCi/L | Gurnee, IL | 21-50 Years | Full Basement |
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Radon Readings Near Gurnee, IL
Compare radon levels in Gurnee with the closest nearby cities that have user-submitted test data.
| City | Distance | Avg User Level | Readings |
|---|---|---|---|
| Waukegan | 4.4 mi | 4.00 pCi/L | 1 |
| Grayslake | 5.7 mi | 5.00 pCi/L | 7 |
| Wadsworth | 5.9 mi | 9.50 pCi/L | 2 |
| Libertyville | 5.9 mi | 9.33 pCi/L | 3 |
| Round Lake | 7.3 mi | 7.80 pCi/L | 5 |
| Lake Bluff | 7.4 mi | 4.00 pCi/L | 1 |
| Zion | 7.6 mi | 4.00 pCi/L | 1 |
| Mundelein | 7.8 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.