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Paxton, IL Radon Levels

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Paxton, IL Radon Facts

EPA Radon Zone Zone 1 — High Risk > 4.0 pCi/L (Zone 1)
County Ford County, IL
Zip Code 60957
Avg. User Level 4.00 pCi/L
User Tests 1

Positioned in east-central Illinois' Ford County within the Champaign metropolitan area, Paxton sits atop deep glacial moraine deposits that create favorable radon conditions. Local testing reveals an average radon level of 4.0 pCi/L, right at the EPA action threshold, indicating the need for continued monitoring and potential mitigation. The community's housing stock includes traditional Midwest homes with full basements that can concentrate radon gas in zip code 60957.

4.00
pCi/L average
Above EPA Action Level

Based on 1 user-submitted radon test for homes in Paxton, IL. The EPA recommends taking action at or above 4.0 pCi/L.

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Paxton, IL Radon Levels

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

Radon LevelCityHome AgeFoundation
4 pCi/L Paxton, IL 51-99 Years Full Basement

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Radon Readings Near Paxton, IL

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

CityDistanceAvg User LevelReadings
Gifford 11.2 mi 10.00 pCi/L 1
Mahomet 23.7 mi 5.00 pCi/L 1
Champaign 25.1 mi 6.67 pCi/L 3
Urbana 25.6 mi 15.00 pCi/L 1
Fairbury 29.6 mi 4.00 pCi/L 1
Homer 30.0 mi 20.00 pCi/L 1
Ashkum 30.7 mi 19.00 pCi/L 1
Danville 31.9 mi 5.33 pCi/L 3

Ford County Radon Profile

The bedrock and soils beneath Ford County are classified by the EPA as Radon Zone 1, the highest-risk tier, with predicted average indoor screening levels above 4 pCi/L. Homeowner-submitted tests from 1 city in Ford County average 4.00 pCi/L across 1 test — 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 Ford County.

Radon FAQ for Paxton, IL

What is the average radon level in Paxton, IL?
Based on 1 user-submitted test, the average radon level in Paxton is 4.00 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 Paxton in?
Paxton and the 60957 zip code are in Ford 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 Paxton?
Radon mitigation in Paxton 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 Paxton?
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.