Media, IL Radon Levels

Q: What EPA Radon Zone is Media in?

Media is in Henderson County, EPA Zone 1.

Q: Why are radon readings shown from areas near Media?

No homeowner radon tests have been submitted for Media yet, so readings from the closest cities and the Henderson County average are used as the best available indicator of local conditions. The EPA recommends testing every individual home.

Q: How much does radon mitigation cost in Media?

Radon mitigation typically costs between $800 and $2,000. Most standard systems fall in the $1,000-$1,500 range.

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Media, IL Radon Facts

EPA Radon Zone Zone 1 — High Risk > 4.0 pCi/L (Zone 1)

County Henderson County, IL

Zip Code 61460

Rural Media in Henderson County (61460) sits in western Illinois where glacial deposits and underlying limestone create moderate radon potential. Testing data is limited for this small agricultural community, making professional radon testing important for local residents. The area's mix of older farmsteads and rural properties includes many homes with basement foundations where radon can accumulate if geological conditions are favorable.

13.00

pCi/L area average

Above EPA Action Level

Henderson County average: 13.00 pCi/L, based on 2 user-submitted tests across 1 city in the county. No homeowner readings have been submitted for Media itself yet, so this county figure is the closest available benchmark. The EPA recommends taking action at or above 4.0 pCi/L.

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Radon Readings Near Media, IL

No homeowner tests have been submitted for Media yet. The closest cities with user-submitted radon data are shown below — explore them to gauge local conditions. Radon varies by home, so testing is the only way to know your level.

City	Distance	Avg User Level	Readings
Stronghurst	3.7 mi	13.00 pCi/L	2
Monmouth	15.1 mi	8.00 pCi/L	1
Dallas City	19.2 mi	9.00 pCi/L	1
Knoxville	31.5 mi	8.00 pCi/L	1
New Windsor	36.6 mi	6.00 pCi/L	1
Cuba	39.8 mi	6.00 pCi/L	1
Orion	48.3 mi	4.00 pCi/L	1

Henderson County Radon Profile

Because of its underlying geology, Henderson County is mapped as EPA Radon Zone 1 — the most elevated classification — where predicted indoor screening averages exceed 4 pCi/L. Homeowner-submitted tests from 1 city in Henderson County average 13.00 pCi/L across 2 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 Henderson County home regardless of zone or a neighbor's results.

Radon FAQ for Media, IL

What EPA Radon Zone is Media in?

Media and the 61460 zip code are in Henderson County, which has an EPA assigned Radon Zone of 1. A zone of 1 predicts an average indoor radon screening level greater than 4 pCi/L.

Why are radon readings shown from areas near Media?

No homeowner radon tests have been submitted for Media yet. Because radon is driven by regional soil and bedrock geology, readings from the closest cities—and the Henderson County average—are the best available indicator of local conditions until Media homeowners submit their own results. The EPA still recommends testing every individual home, since levels can vary significantly from house to house.

How much does radon mitigation cost in Media?

Radon mitigation in Media typically costs between $800 and $2,000. Most homes with standard basements can be mitigated with a sub-slab depressurization system in the $1,000–$1,500 range. Factors that can increase cost include complex foundations, crawl spaces, or very high radon levels.

Should I test for radon if I'm buying a home in Media?

Yes. Radon testing should be part of every home purchase. A short-term radon test is typically included as part of the home inspection process and costs $150–$250. If elevated levels are found, you can negotiate mitigation as part of the sale.