Lowell, MA Radon Levels
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Lowell, MA Radon Facts
Located in Middlesex County within the Boston Metro area, Lowell shows an average radon level of 3.0 pCi/L based on available testing across multiple zip codes (01850-01854). While this reading falls within EPA's recommended range, it approaches the action threshold and reflects the area's granite bedrock geology common throughout eastern Massachusetts. The city's historic mill buildings and dense urban housing stock, much dating to the 19th and early 20th centuries, can experience varying radon levels depending on foundation construction and basement conditions.
Based on 2 user-submitted radon tests for homes in Lowell, MA. The EPA recommends taking action at or above 4.0 pCi/L.
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Lowell, MA Radon Levels
User-submitted radon test readings from homes in the Lowell area.
| Radon Level | City | Home Age | Foundation |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4 pCi/L | Lowell, MA | 21-50 Years | Full Basement |
| 2 pCi/L | Lowell, MA | 21-50 Years | Partial Basement |
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Radon Readings Near Lowell, MA
Compare radon levels in Lowell with the closest nearby cities that have user-submitted test data.
| City | Distance | Avg User Level | Readings |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dracut | 2.3 mi | 13.00 pCi/L | 1 |
| Chelmsford | 4.1 mi | 11.50 pCi/L | 4 |
| North Billerica | 4.8 mi | 6.50 pCi/L | 2 |
| Tyngsboro | 5.4 mi | 4.50 pCi/L | 2 |
| Tewksbury | 5.6 mi | 4.33 pCi/L | 3 |
| Westford | 7.3 mi | 12.67 pCi/L | 3 |
| Andover | 8.2 mi | 10.00 pCi/L | 1 |
| Methuen | 9.1 mi | 6.00 pCi/L | 1 |
Middlesex County Radon Profile
The bedrock and soils beneath Middlesex County are classified by the EPA as Radon Zone 1, the highest-risk tier, with predicted average indoor screening levels above 4 pCi/L. Homeowner-submitted tests from 46 cities in Middlesex County average 7.28 pCi/L across 90 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 Middlesex County.