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Monee, IL Radon Levels

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Monee, IL Radon Facts

EPA Radon Zone Zone 2 — Moderate Risk 2–4 pCi/L (Zone 2)
County Will County, IL
Zip Code 60449

Situated in Will County in the southern suburban reaches of the Chicago metro, Monee sits on glacial till deposits that create favorable conditions for radon production and migration. Testing data for zip code 60449 is currently limited, making individual home testing important for residents. The area features predominantly single-family homes built between the 1950s and 1990s, most with full basements standard in this region.

8.00
pCi/L area average
Above EPA Action Level

Will County average: 8.00 pCi/L, based on 30 user-submitted tests across 16 cities in the county. No homeowner readings have been submitted for Monee 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 Monee, IL

No homeowner tests have been submitted for Monee 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.

CityDistanceAvg User LevelReadings
Richton Park 5.1 mi 3.00 pCi/L 2
Matteson 6.5 mi 15.00 pCi/L 1
Crete 9.0 mi 15.00 pCi/L 1
Flossmoor 9.6 mi 5.00 pCi/L 1
Mokena 10.0 mi 5.67 pCi/L 3
Manhattan 10.5 mi 8.00 pCi/L 1
Tinley Park 10.9 mi 7.67 pCi/L 3
New Lenox 11.5 mi 10.14 pCi/L 7

Will County Radon Profile

EPA mapping assigns Will 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 16 cities in Will County average 8.00 pCi/L across 30 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 Will County home regardless of zone or a neighbor's results.

Radon FAQ for Monee, IL

What EPA Radon Zone is Monee in?
Monee and the 60449 zip code are in Will County, which has an EPA assigned Radon Zone of 2. A zone of 2 predicts an average indoor radon screening level between 2 and 4 pCi/L.
Why are radon readings shown from areas near Monee?
No homeowner radon tests have been submitted for Monee yet. Because radon is driven by regional soil and bedrock geology, readings from the closest cities—and the Will County average—are the best available indicator of local conditions until Monee 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 Monee?
Radon mitigation in Monee 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 Monee?
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.