Hingham, MA Radon Levels
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Hingham, MA Radon Facts
Hingham, situated in Plymouth County within the Boston metropolitan area (zip code 02043), records an average radon level of 7.0 pCi/L based on available testing—exceeding the EPA action level and requiring immediate attention from homeowners. Located in EPA Zone 2, the community's coastal New England geology of glacial deposits over bedrock contributes to these elevated readings. Residents should prioritize radon testing and mitigation, especially in homes with basements common to this historic South Shore community.
Based on 2 user-submitted radon tests for homes in Hingham, MA. The EPA recommends taking action at or above 4.0 pCi/L.
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Hingham, MA Radon Levels
User-submitted radon test readings from homes in the Hingham area.
| Radon Level | City | Home Age | Foundation |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6 pCi/L | Hingham, MA | 51-99 Years | Full Basement |
| 8 pCi/L | Hingham, MA | 0-20 Years | Full Basement |
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Radon Readings Near Hingham, MA
Compare radon levels in Hingham with the closest nearby cities that have user-submitted test data.
| City | Distance | Avg User Level | Readings |
|---|---|---|---|
| East Weymouth | 1.7 mi | 4.50 pCi/L | 2 |
| North Weymouth | 3.2 mi | 10.00 pCi/L | 2 |
| Weymouth | 3.6 mi | 15.00 pCi/L | 2 |
| Cohasset | 4.1 mi | 11.50 pCi/L | 2 |
| Braintree | 5.5 mi | 9.00 pCi/L | 1 |
| Norwell | 5.7 mi | 20.00 pCi/L | 1 |
| Quincy | 6.9 mi | 10.50 pCi/L | 2 |
| Abington | 8.1 mi | 4.00 pCi/L | 1 |
Plymouth County Radon Profile
The soils and bedrock of Plymouth 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 7 cities in Plymouth County average 7.50 pCi/L across 8 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 Plymouth County to test, as levels can differ between neighboring homes.