Richton Park, IL Radon Levels
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Richton Park, IL Radon Facts
Part of Cook County's southern suburban communities, Richton Park shows an average radon level of 3.0 pCi/L based on recent testing data. While this falls within the EPA's recommended range, the area's glacial till geology and prevalence of full basement foundations in zip code 60471 create conditions where individual homes can vary significantly. Regular testing remains important as readings have ranged from 1.0 to 5.0 pCi/L locally.
Based on 2 user-submitted radon tests for homes in Richton Park, IL. The EPA recommends taking action at or above 4.0 pCi/L.
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Richton Park, IL Radon Levels
User-submitted radon test readings from homes in the Richton Park area.
| Radon Level | City | Home Age | Foundation |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5 pCi/L | Richton Park, IL | 0-20 Years | Full Basement |
| 1 pCi/L | Richton Park, IL | 21-50 Years | No Basement/All Slab |
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Radon Readings Near Richton Park, IL
Compare radon levels in Richton Park with the closest nearby cities that have user-submitted test data.
| City | Distance | Avg User Level | Readings |
|---|---|---|---|
| Matteson | 2.1 mi | 15.00 pCi/L | 1 |
| Flossmoor | 4.6 mi | 5.00 pCi/L | 1 |
| Crete | 6.9 mi | 15.00 pCi/L | 1 |
| Tinley Park | 8.0 mi | 7.67 pCi/L | 3 |
| Mokena | 9.4 mi | 5.67 pCi/L | 3 |
| Orland Park | 11.5 mi | 7.00 pCi/L | 3 |
| Blue Island | 12.4 mi | 4.00 pCi/L | 1 |
| New Lenox | 12.5 mi | 10.14 pCi/L | 7 |
Cook County Radon Profile
Cook County is mapped as EPA Radon Zone 2, where the local geology is predicted to produce moderate indoor screening levels between 2 and 4 pCi/L. Homeowner-submitted tests from 40 cities in Cook County average 6.44 pCi/L across 82 tests — 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 Cook County.