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Midway, KY Radon Levels

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


Midway, KY Radon Facts

EPA Radon Zone Zone 1 — High Risk > 4.0 pCi/L (Zone 1)
County Woodford County, KY
Zip Code 40347

Based in Woodford County within the Lexington metropolitan area's horse country, Midway sits over Kentucky's limestone bedrock formations that create high radon potential throughout the region. The area's historic architecture and horse farms feature many homes with stone foundations and basements where radon can accumulate. Though local testing data is currently limited, the geological conditions strongly suggest homeowners should prioritize professional radon assessment and testing.

20.00
pCi/L area average
Above EPA Action Level

Woodford County average: 20.00 pCi/L, based on 1 user-submitted test across 1 city in the county. No homeowner readings have been submitted for Midway 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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Radon Readings Near Midway, KY

No homeowner tests have been submitted for Midway yet. The closest cities with user-submitted radon data are shown below — explore them to gauge local conditions. Radon varies by home, so testing is the only way to know your level.

CityDistanceAvg User LevelReadings
Versailles 7.7 mi 20.00 pCi/L 1
Georgetown 8.6 mi 15.00 pCi/L 1
Frankfort 10.7 mi 7.80 pCi/L 5
Lexington 13.4 mi 8.40 pCi/L 5
Lawrenceburg 15.7 mi 5.00 pCi/L 1
Nicholasville 19.8 mi 8.00 pCi/L 1
Harrodsburg 25.6 mi 9.00 pCi/L 2
Cynthiana 27.5 mi 5.00 pCi/L 1

Woodford County Radon Profile

Because of its underlying geology, Woodford County is mapped as EPA Radon Zone 1 — the most elevated classification — where predicted indoor screening averages exceed 4 pCi/L. Homeowner-submitted tests from 1 city in Woodford County average 20.00 pCi/L across 1 test — 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 Woodford County home regardless of zone or a neighbor's results.

Radon FAQ for Midway, KY

What EPA Radon Zone is Midway in?
Midway and the 40347 zip code are in Woodford 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 Midway?
No homeowner radon tests have been submitted for Midway yet. Because radon is driven by regional soil and bedrock geology, readings from the closest cities—and the Woodford County average—are the best available indicator of local conditions until Midway 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 Midway?
Radon mitigation in Midway 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 Midway?
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.