Waukegan, IL Radon Levels
Check local Waukegan radon levels and find certified testing and mitigation professionals to keep your home safe
Waukegan, IL Radon Facts
Located along Lake Michigan in Lake County within the Chicago metro area, Waukegan sits on glacial till deposits that create conditions favorable for radon production. Recent testing shows an average level of 4.0 pCi/L, which meets the EPA action threshold and warrants continued monitoring. The city's diverse housing stock in zip code 60085, from lakefront properties to inland neighborhoods, presents varying radon risk profiles that benefit from regular testing.
Based on 1 user-submitted radon test for homes in Waukegan, IL. The EPA recommends taking action at or above 4.0 pCi/L.
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Waukegan, IL Radon Levels
User-submitted radon test readings from homes in the Waukegan area.
| Radon Level | City | Home Age | Foundation |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4 pCi/L | Waukegan, IL | 0-20 Years | Full Basement |
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Radon Readings Near Waukegan, IL
Compare radon levels in Waukegan with the closest nearby cities that have user-submitted test data.
| City | Distance | Avg User Level | Readings |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gurnee | 4.4 mi | 5.00 pCi/L | 2 |
| Zion | 4.8 mi | 4.00 pCi/L | 1 |
| Wadsworth | 5.3 mi | 9.50 pCi/L | 2 |
| Lake Bluff | 6.5 mi | 4.00 pCi/L | 1 |
| Libertyville | 8.0 mi | 9.33 pCi/L | 3 |
| Lake Forest | 9.6 mi | 10.00 pCi/L | 1 |
| Grayslake | 10.1 mi | 5.00 pCi/L | 7 |
| Mundelein | 10.7 mi | 8.00 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.