Wadsworth, IL Radon Levels
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Wadsworth, IL Radon Facts
Situated in Lake County along the northern suburban corridor of the Chicago metro, Wadsworth sits on glacial till deposits that create highly favorable conditions for radon production. Local testing shows an average of 9.5 pCi/L, which significantly exceeds the EPA action level of 4.0 pCi/L. The community's predominantly single-family homes with full basements provide enclosed below-grade spaces where radon accumulates readily.
Based on 2 user-submitted radon tests for homes in Wadsworth, IL. The EPA recommends taking action at or above 4.0 pCi/L.
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Wadsworth, IL Radon Levels
User-submitted radon test readings from homes in the Wadsworth area.
| Radon Level | City | Home Age | Foundation |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7 pCi/L | Wadsworth, IL | 21-50 Years | Full Basement |
| 12 pCi/L | Wadsworth, IL | 21-50 Years | Full Basement |
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Radon Readings Near Wadsworth, IL
Compare radon levels in Wadsworth with the closest nearby cities that have user-submitted test data.
| City | Distance | Avg User Level | Readings |
|---|---|---|---|
| Zion | 3.3 mi | 4.00 pCi/L | 1 |
| Waukegan | 5.3 mi | 4.00 pCi/L | 1 |
| Gurnee | 5.9 mi | 5.00 pCi/L | 2 |
| Grayslake | 10.0 mi | 5.00 pCi/L | 7 |
| Round Lake | 10.9 mi | 7.80 pCi/L | 5 |
| Antioch | 11.0 mi | 7.00 pCi/L | 4 |
| Lake Bluff | 11.6 mi | 4.00 pCi/L | 1 |
| Libertyville | 11.6 mi | 9.33 pCi/L | 3 |
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.