Riverside, IL Radon Levels
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Riverside, IL Radon Facts
This historic Cook County suburb in the Chicago Metro features the glacial till deposits that characterize northeastern Illinois radon conditions. Local testing shows an average radon level of 8.0 pCi/L, which exceeds the EPA action level and warrants immediate mitigation consideration. The community's early-20th-century homes, many with full basements typical of the region, create ideal conditions for radon accumulation in the 60546 zip code area.
Based on 1 user-submitted radon test for homes in Riverside, IL. The EPA recommends taking action at or above 4.0 pCi/L.
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Riverside, IL Radon Levels
User-submitted radon test readings from homes in the Riverside area.
| Radon Level | City | Home Age | Foundation |
|---|---|---|---|
| 8 pCi/L | Riverside, IL | 21-50 Years | Full Basement |
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Radon Readings Near Riverside, IL
Compare radon levels in Riverside with the closest nearby cities that have user-submitted test data.
| City | Distance | Avg User Level | Readings |
|---|---|---|---|
| Berwyn | 1.6 mi | 5.00 pCi/L | 1 |
| Forest Park | 2.6 mi | 7.00 pCi/L | 2 |
| Westchester | 3.4 mi | 4.00 pCi/L | 1 |
| Oak Park | 3.6 mi | 5.33 pCi/L | 3 |
| River Forest | 4.0 mi | 4.00 pCi/L | 1 |
| Western Springs | 4.6 mi | 7.00 pCi/L | 1 |
| Burbank | 7.0 mi | 2.00 pCi/L | 1 |
| Elmhurst | 7.2 mi | 4.00 pCi/L | 1 |
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.