Wheeling, IL Radon Levels
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Wheeling, IL Radon Facts
Situated in Cook County along the northern suburban corridor of the Chicago metro, Wheeling's homes are built over glacial till deposits from the Wisconsin glaciation that create soil conditions highly favorable for radon gas production. The community's 5.0 pCi/L average radon level in zip code 60090 exceeds the EPA action threshold, reflecting the area's predominantly single-family homes with full poured-concrete basements where radon accumulates readily.
Based on 2 user-submitted radon tests for homes in Wheeling, IL. The EPA recommends taking action at or above 4.0 pCi/L.
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Wheeling, IL Radon Levels
User-submitted radon test readings from homes in the Wheeling area.
| Radon Level | City | Home Age | Foundation |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6 pCi/L | Wheeling, IL | — | Full Basement |
| 4 pCi/L | Wheeling, IL | 21-50 Years | Full Basement |
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Radon Readings Near Wheeling, IL
Compare radon levels in Wheeling with the closest nearby cities that have user-submitted test data.
| City | Distance | Avg User Level | Readings |
|---|---|---|---|
| Prospect Heights | 2.0 mi | 10.00 pCi/L | 1 |
| Buffalo Grove | 2.4 mi | 6.10 pCi/L | 10 |
| Arlington Heights | 4.0 mi | 6.17 pCi/L | 6 |
| Lincolnshire | 4.4 mi | 6.00 pCi/L | 1 |
| Northbrook | 4.5 mi | 6.20 pCi/L | 5 |
| Deerfield | 4.6 mi | 4.00 pCi/L | 1 |
| Mount Prospect | 5.0 mi | 5.33 pCi/L | 3 |
| Palatine | 5.1 mi | 7.80 pCi/L | 5 |
Cook County Radon Profile
Cook County is mapped as EPA Radon Zone 2, where the local geology is predicted to produce moderate indoor screening levels between 2 and 4 pCi/L. Homeowner-submitted tests from 40 cities in Cook County average 6.44 pCi/L across 82 tests — above the EPA's 4 pCi/L action level, reinforcing the need for testing across the county. Radon is the second leading cause of lung cancer in the United States, and a short-term test is the only way to confirm a specific home's level in Cook County.