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Waterloo, IL Radon Levels

Check local Waterloo radon levels and find certified testing and mitigation professionals to keep your home safe


Waterloo, IL Radon Facts

EPA Radon Zone Zone 2 — Moderate Risk 2–4 pCi/L (Zone 2)
County Monroe County, IL
Zip Code 62298
Avg. User Level 9.20 pCi/L
User Tests 5

Located in Monroe County on the Illinois side of the St. Louis Metro, Waterloo demonstrates an elevated average radon level of 9.17 pCi/L, well above EPA guidelines. The area's Mississippi River floodplain deposits over limestone bedrock, combined with the region's basement-heavy housing stock, create conditions highly conducive to radon accumulation.

9.20
pCi/L average
Above EPA Action Level

Based on 5 user-submitted radon tests for homes in Waterloo, IL. The EPA recommends taking action at or above 4.0 pCi/L.

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Waterloo, IL Radon Levels

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

Radon LevelCityHome AgeFoundation
9 pCi/L Waterloo, IL
14 pCi/L Waterloo, IL 21-50 Years Partial Basement
7 pCi/L Waterloo, IL

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Radon Readings Near Waterloo, IL

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

CityDistanceAvg User LevelReadings
Columbia 8.2 mi 8.00 pCi/L 4
Belleville 16.8 mi 7.33 pCi/L 3
Fairview Heights 20.4 mi 9.00 pCi/L 1
O Fallon 22.0 mi 6.00 pCi/L 1
Mascoutah 22.2 mi 6.50 pCi/L 2
Marissa 22.2 mi 4.00 pCi/L 1
Caseyville 22.8 mi 7.50 pCi/L 2
Collinsville 26.5 mi 5.00 pCi/L 1

Monroe County Radon Profile

EPA mapping assigns Monroe 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 2 cities in Monroe County average 8.67 pCi/L across 9 tests — 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 Monroe County home regardless of zone or a neighbor's results.

Radon FAQ for Waterloo, IL

What is the average radon level in Waterloo, IL?
Based on 5 user-submitted tests, the average radon level in Waterloo is 9.20 pCi/L. This exceeds the EPA's recommended action level of 4.0 pCi/L, and radon testing is recommended for all homes in the area.
What EPA Radon Zone is Waterloo in?
Waterloo and the 62298 zip code are in Monroe 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.
How much does radon mitigation cost in Waterloo?
Radon mitigation in Waterloo 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 Waterloo?
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.