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Washington, IL Radon Levels

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Washington, IL Radon Facts

EPA Radon Zone Zone 1 — High Risk > 4.0 pCi/L (Zone 1)
County Tazewell County, IL
Zip Code 61571

Located in Tazewell County within the Peoria Metro area, Washington shows an elevated average radon level of 9.0 pCi/L that significantly exceeds the EPA action threshold. This community sits in the Illinois River valley where alluvial soils over Ordovician limestone create conditions highly favorable for radon production. Local homes, predominantly built in the mid-to-late 20th century with full basements, require prompt testing and likely mitigation systems.

11.00
pCi/L area average
Above EPA Action Level

Tazewell County average: 11.00 pCi/L, based on 4 user-submitted tests across 2 cities in the county. No homeowner readings have been submitted for Washington 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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Washington, IL Radon Levels

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

Radon LevelCityHome AgeFoundation
9 pCi/L Washington, IL 0-20 Years Full Basement

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Radon Readings Near Washington, IL

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

CityDistanceAvg User LevelReadings
Metamora 5.6 mi 7.50 pCi/L 2
East Peoria 7.2 mi 8.00 pCi/L 3
Peoria 10.6 mi 5.00 pCi/L 1
Mackinaw 12.0 mi 20.00 pCi/L 1
Dunlap 15.1 mi 7.00 pCi/L 1
Mapleton 16.9 mi 8.00 pCi/L 1
Varna 24.4 mi 20.00 pCi/L 1
Normal 26.2 mi 7.25 pCi/L 4

Tazewell County Radon Profile

Tazewell County falls in EPA Radon Zone 1, meaning the local uranium-bearing geology is predicted to drive average indoor radon screening levels above the EPA's 4 pCi/L action threshold. Homeowner-submitted tests from 2 cities in Tazewell County average 11.00 pCi/L across 4 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 Tazewell County to test, as levels can differ between neighboring homes.

Radon FAQ for Washington, IL

What EPA Radon Zone is Washington in?
Washington and the 61571 zip code are in Tazewell 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.
Why are radon readings shown from areas near Washington?
No homeowner radon tests have been submitted for Washington yet. Because radon is driven by regional soil and bedrock geology, readings from the closest cities—and the Tazewell County average—are the best available indicator of local conditions until Washington 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 Washington?
Radon mitigation in Washington 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 Washington?
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.