Methuen, MA Radon Levels
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Methuen, MA Radon Facts
Positioned in Essex County within the Boston metropolitan area, Methuen recorded a radon level of 6.0 pCi/L that exceeds the EPA's action level of 4.0 pCi/L. The community sits atop New England's complex bedrock geology where granite and metamorphic formations can contribute to radon accumulation. Residents in zip code 01844 should prioritize radon testing, especially in the area's many Colonial-era homes and split-level constructions with basement spaces.
Based on 1 user-submitted radon test for homes in Methuen, MA. The EPA recommends taking action at or above 4.0 pCi/L.
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Methuen, MA Radon Levels
User-submitted radon test readings from homes in the Methuen area.
| Radon Level | City | Home Age | Foundation |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6 pCi/L | Methuen, MA | 100+ Years | Full Basement |
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Radon Readings Near Methuen, MA
Compare radon levels in Methuen with the closest nearby cities that have user-submitted test data.
| City | Distance | Avg User Level | Readings |
|---|---|---|---|
| North Andover | 4.8 mi | 11.67 pCi/L | 3 |
| Andover | 5.6 mi | 10.00 pCi/L | 1 |
| Haverhill | 5.6 mi | 5.00 pCi/L | 2 |
| Dracut | 7.8 mi | 13.00 pCi/L | 1 |
| Tewksbury | 8.9 mi | 4.33 pCi/L | 3 |
| Lowell | 9.1 mi | 3.00 pCi/L | 2 |
| Boxford | 9.2 mi | 6.67 pCi/L | 3 |
| Georgetown | 10.1 mi | 7.00 pCi/L | 1 |
Essex County Radon Profile
Essex County falls in EPA Radon Zone 1, meaning the local uranium-bearing geology is predicted to drive average indoor radon screening levels above the EPA's 4 pCi/L action threshold. Homeowner-submitted tests from 25 cities in Essex County average 6.63 pCi/L across 43 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 Essex County to test, as levels can differ between neighboring homes.