Salem, IL Radon Levels

Q: What EPA Radon Zone is Salem in?

Salem is in Marion County, EPA Zone 2.

Q: Why are radon readings shown from areas near Salem?

No homeowner radon tests have been submitted for Salem yet, so readings from the closest cities and the Marion County average are used as the best available indicator of local conditions. The EPA recommends testing every individual home.

Q: How much does radon mitigation cost in Salem?

Radon mitigation typically costs between $800 and $2,000. Most standard systems fall in the $1,000-$1,500 range.

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Salem, IL Radon Facts

EPA Radon Zone Zone 2 — Moderate Risk 2–4 pCi/L (Zone 2)

County Marion County, IL

Zip Code 62881

Southern Illinois's Salem in Marion County sits in EPA Zone 2 where Pennsylvanian-era coal measures create moderate radon conditions throughout the 62881 area. Testing data remains unavailable, making individual home assessment the only reliable method to determine radon risk. The region's historic downtown homes and varied foundation types can experience different radon accumulation patterns.

5.00

pCi/L area average

Above EPA Action Level

Marion County average: 5.00 pCi/L, based on 1 user-submitted test across 1 city in the county. No homeowner readings have been submitted for Salem itself yet, so this county figure is the closest available benchmark. The EPA recommends taking action at or above 4.0 pCi/L.

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Radon Readings Near Salem, IL

No homeowner tests have been submitted for Salem yet. The closest cities with user-submitted radon data are shown below — explore them to gauge local conditions. Radon varies by home, so testing is the only way to know your level.

City	Distance	Avg User Level	Readings
Kell	8.0 mi	5.00 pCi/L	1
Mount Vernon	21.5 mi	4.00 pCi/L	1
Carlyle	23.4 mi	13.00 pCi/L	1
Effingham	40.1 mi	4.33 pCi/L	3
Highland	40.5 mi	6.00 pCi/L	1
Lebanon	46.0 mi	10.50 pCi/L	2
Mascoutah	46.6 mi	6.50 pCi/L	2

Marion County Radon Profile

EPA mapping assigns Marion County to Radon Zone 2, indicating moderate predicted indoor screening levels in the 2 to 4 pCi/L range based on regional geology. Homeowner-submitted tests from 1 city in Marion County average 5.00 pCi/L across 1 test — above the EPA's 4 pCi/L action level, reinforcing the need for testing across the county. As the second leading cause of lung cancer in the U.S., radon warrants testing in every Marion County home regardless of zone or a neighbor's results.

Radon FAQ for Salem, IL

What EPA Radon Zone is Salem in?

Salem and the 62881 zip code are in Marion County, which has an EPA assigned Radon Zone of 2. A zone of 2 predicts an average indoor radon screening level between 2 and 4 pCi/L.

Why are radon readings shown from areas near Salem?

No homeowner radon tests have been submitted for Salem yet. Because radon is driven by regional soil and bedrock geology, readings from the closest cities—and the Marion County average—are the best available indicator of local conditions until Salem homeowners submit their own results. The EPA still recommends testing every individual home, since levels can vary significantly from house to house.

How much does radon mitigation cost in Salem?

Radon mitigation in Salem 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 Salem?

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.