Mundelein, IL Radon Levels
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Mundelein, IL Radon Facts
Positioned along the northern suburban corridor of the Chicago metro in Lake County, Mundelein sits over glacial till deposits that create highly favorable conditions for radon production. Local testing shows concerning levels averaging 8.0 pCi/L, which significantly exceeds the EPA action threshold. The community's predominantly single-family homes with full basements require active radon mitigation systems to protect residents.
Based on 3 user-submitted radon tests for homes in Mundelein, IL. The EPA recommends taking action at or above 4.0 pCi/L.
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Mundelein, IL Radon Levels
User-submitted radon test readings from homes in the Mundelein area.
| Radon Level | City | Home Age | Foundation |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6 pCi/L | Mundelein, IL | 21-50 Years | Full Basement |
| 13 pCi/L | Mundelein, IL | 21-50 Years | Full Basement |
| 5 pCi/L | Mundelein, IL | 21-50 Years | — |
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Radon Readings Near Mundelein, IL
Compare radon levels in Mundelein with the closest nearby cities that have user-submitted test data.
| City | Distance | Avg User Level | Readings |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vernon Hills | 2.9 mi | 7.00 pCi/L | 3 |
| Libertyville | 3.0 mi | 9.33 pCi/L | 3 |
| Lake Zurich | 4.9 mi | 6.00 pCi/L | 7 |
| Lincolnshire | 6.1 mi | 6.00 pCi/L | 1 |
| Wauconda | 6.6 mi | 6.67 pCi/L | 3 |
| Grayslake | 6.6 mi | 5.00 pCi/L | 7 |
| Buffalo Grove | 7.5 mi | 6.10 pCi/L | 10 |
| Lake Bluff | 7.7 mi | 4.00 pCi/L | 1 |
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.