Peabody, MA Radon Levels
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Peabody, MA Radon Facts
Nestled in Essex County along Massachusetts' North Shore, Peabody features a mix of historic homes and modern developments typical of the Boston Metro area. Recent testing shows an average radon level of 5.0 pCi/L, exceeding the EPA's 4.0 pCi/L action threshold. The area's glacial deposits and older housing stock with basement foundations make radon testing essential for residents in zip code 01960.
Based on 1 user-submitted radon test for homes in Peabody, MA. The EPA recommends taking action at or above 4.0 pCi/L.
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Peabody, MA Radon Levels
User-submitted radon test readings from homes in the Peabody area.
| Radon Level | City | Home Age | Foundation |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5 pCi/L | Peabody , MA | 100+ Years | Full Basement |
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Radon Readings Near Peabody, MA
Compare radon levels in Peabody with the closest nearby cities that have user-submitted test data.
| City | Distance | Avg User Level | Readings |
|---|---|---|---|
| Danvers | 2.7 mi | 3.75 pCi/L | 4 |
| Lynnfield | 3.7 mi | 4.50 pCi/L | 2 |
| Lynn | 4.2 mi | 4.00 pCi/L | 1 |
| Beverly | 4.8 mi | 7.00 pCi/L | 1 |
| Swampscott | 4.8 mi | 4.50 pCi/L | 2 |
| Middleton | 5.0 mi | 5.50 pCi/L | 2 |
| Saugus | 5.4 mi | 5.00 pCi/L | 1 |
| Marblehead | 5.4 mi | 3.00 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.