Hoffman Estates, IL Radon Levels
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Hoffman Estates, IL Radon Facts
This northwest suburban community in Cook County shows an average radon level of 6.75 pCi/L, which exceeds the EPA action level of 4.0 pCi/L. Located within the Chicago Metro area, Hoffman Estates sits on glacial till deposits that create conditions highly favorable for radon gas production and accumulation. The community's predominantly single-family homes with full basements, built largely between the 1960s and 1990s, provide enclosed below-grade spaces where radon readily accumulates.
Based on 4 user-submitted radon tests for homes in Hoffman Estates, IL. The EPA recommends taking action at or above 4.0 pCi/L.
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Hoffman Estates, IL Radon Levels
User-submitted radon test readings from homes in the Hoffman Estates area.
| Radon Level | City | Home Age | Foundation |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5 pCi/L | Hoffman Estates, IL | 51-99 Years | No Basement/All Slab |
| 9 pCi/L | Hoffman Estates, IL | — | No Basement/All Crawl Space |
| 5 pCi/L | Hoffman Estates, IL | 0-20 Years | Full Basement |
| 8 pCi/L | hoffman estates, IL | 21-50 Years | Full Basement |
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Radon Readings Near Hoffman Estates, IL
Compare radon levels in Hoffman Estates with the closest nearby cities that have user-submitted test data.
| City | Distance | Avg User Level | Readings |
|---|---|---|---|
| Schaumburg | 0.1 mi | 4.33 pCi/L | 3 |
| Hanover Park | 4.2 mi | 5.00 pCi/L | 3 |
| Streamwood | 4.2 mi | 5.00 pCi/L | 1 |
| Rolling Meadows | 4.2 mi | 6.00 pCi/L | 2 |
| Roselle | 4.6 mi | 6.00 pCi/L | 1 |
| Elk Grove Village | 5.8 mi | 7.00 pCi/L | 4 |
| Arlington Heights | 6.4 mi | 6.17 pCi/L | 6 |
| Palatine | 6.6 mi | 7.80 pCi/L | 5 |
Cook County Radon Profile
Cook County is mapped as EPA Radon Zone 2, where the local geology is predicted to produce moderate indoor screening levels between 2 and 4 pCi/L. Homeowner-submitted tests from 40 cities in Cook County average 6.44 pCi/L across 82 tests — above the EPA's 4 pCi/L action level, reinforcing the need for testing across the county. Radon is the second leading cause of lung cancer in the United States, and a short-term test is the only way to confirm a specific home's level in Cook County.