Nahant, MA Radon Levels
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Nahant, MA Radon Facts
Connected to the mainland by a narrow causeway, Nahant in Essex County occupies a peninsula north of Boston where glacial deposits over bedrock can create localized radon variations despite the coastal setting. This small community in zip code 01908 features predominantly older New England architecture, including historic cottages and larger homes, many with partial or full basements. Although testing data is limited, the town's unique geological position within the Boston Metro makes individual radon testing advisable for residents.
Essex County average: 6.63 pCi/L, based on 43 user-submitted tests across 25 cities in the county. No homeowner readings have been submitted for Nahant 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 Nahant, MA
No homeowner tests have been submitted for Nahant 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.
| City | Distance | Avg User Level | Readings |
|---|---|---|---|
| Swampscott | 3.5 mi | 4.50 pCi/L | 2 |
| Lynn | 3.5 mi | 4.00 pCi/L | 1 |
| Saugus | 5.0 mi | 5.00 pCi/L | 1 |
| Marblehead | 5.9 mi | 3.00 pCi/L | 1 |
| Everett | 6.4 mi | 4.50 pCi/L | 2 |
| Malden | 6.8 mi | 5.00 pCi/L | 2 |
| Melrose | 7.3 mi | 5.00 pCi/L | 3 |
| Peabody | 7.6 mi | 5.00 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.