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Monticello, IL Radon Levels

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Monticello, IL Radon Facts

EPA Radon Zone Zone 1 — High Risk > 4.0 pCi/L (Zone 1)
County Piatt County, IL
Zip Code 61856
Avg. User Level 4.50 pCi/L
User Tests 2

Situated in Piatt County within central Illinois prairie, Monticello shows an average radon level of 4.5 pCi/L that modestly exceeds EPA action guidelines. The area's deep glacial moraine deposits over limestone bedrock contribute to moderate-to-high radon potential across the region. Local homes, predominantly single-family construction with full basements, provide typical pathways for radon entry and accumulation in this agricultural community.

4.50
pCi/L average
Above EPA Action Level

Based on 2 user-submitted radon tests for homes in Monticello, IL. The EPA recommends taking action at or above 4.0 pCi/L.

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Monticello, IL Radon Levels

User-submitted radon test readings from homes in the Monticello area.

Radon LevelCityHome AgeFoundation
5 pCi/L Monticello, IL 21-50 Years No Basement/All Slab
4 pCi/L Monticello, IL 21-50 Years Full Basement

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Radon Readings Near Monticello, IL

Compare radon levels in Monticello with the closest nearby cities that have user-submitted test data.

CityDistanceAvg User LevelReadings
Mahomet 15.0 mi 5.00 pCi/L 1
Champaign 17.1 mi 6.67 pCi/L 3
Urbana 20.7 mi 15.00 pCi/L 1
Tuscola 21.8 mi 17.00 pCi/L 1
Le Roy 24.3 mi 5.00 pCi/L 1
Homer 32.1 mi 20.00 pCi/L 1
Gifford 34.2 mi 10.00 pCi/L 1
Moweaqua 36.6 mi 7.00 pCi/L 1

Piatt County Radon Profile

Piatt County falls in EPA Radon Zone 1, meaning the local uranium-bearing geology is predicted to drive average indoor radon screening levels above the EPA's 4 pCi/L action threshold. Homeowner-submitted tests from 1 city in Piatt County average 4.50 pCi/L across 2 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 Piatt County to test, as levels can differ between neighboring homes.

Radon FAQ for Monticello, IL

What is the average radon level in Monticello, IL?
Based on 2 user-submitted tests, the average radon level in Monticello is 4.50 pCi/L. This exceeds the EPA's recommended action level of 4.0 pCi/L, and radon testing is recommended for all homes in the area.
What EPA Radon Zone is Monticello in?
Monticello and the 61856 zip code are in Piatt 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.
How much does radon mitigation cost in Monticello?
Radon mitigation in Monticello 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 Monticello?
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.