Newburyport, MA Radon Levels
Check local Newburyport radon levels and find certified testing and mitigation professionals to keep your home safe
Newburyport, MA Radon Facts
Historic Newburyport in Essex County recorded an average radon level of 10.33 pCi/L from recent testing, more than doubling the EPA's 4.0 pCi/L action level. This scenic coastal city's location where the Merrimack River meets glacial deposits creates geological conditions favorable for radon accumulation. The community's blend of 18th-century homes with stone foundations and Victorian-era construction in zip code 01950 makes professional radon testing and mitigation critical for protecting residents in this Boston Metro area community.
Based on 3 user-submitted radon tests for homes in Newburyport, MA. The EPA recommends taking action at or above 4.0 pCi/L.
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Newburyport, MA Radon Levels
User-submitted radon test readings from homes in the Newburyport area.
| Radon Level | City | Home Age | Foundation |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 pCi/L | Newburyport, MA | 0-20 Years | Full Basement |
| 6 pCi/L | Newburyport, MA | 0-20 Years | Full Basement |
| 5 pCi/L | Newburyport, MA | 0-20 Years | Full Basement |
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Radon Readings Near Newburyport, MA
Compare radon levels in Newburyport with the closest nearby cities that have user-submitted test data.
| City | Distance | Avg User Level | Readings |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amesbury | 4.0 mi | 6.00 pCi/L | 2 |
| Merrimac | 6.3 mi | 5.50 pCi/L | 2 |
| Rowley | 6.9 mi | 8.00 pCi/L | 1 |
| Georgetown | 7.7 mi | 7.00 pCi/L | 1 |
| Haverhill | 10.7 mi | 5.00 pCi/L | 2 |
| Boxford | 11.2 mi | 6.67 pCi/L | 3 |
| Topsfield | 12.3 mi | 7.00 pCi/L | 3 |
| North Andover | 14.5 mi | 11.67 pCi/L | 3 |
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.