Rockport, MA Radon Levels
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Rockport, MA Radon Facts
Part of the Boston Metro area in Essex County, Rockport's coastal location features historic fishing village homes and summer properties built on granite bedrock and glacial deposits. Current radon testing data for zip code 01966 is limited, though New England's geology suggests all properties should undergo assessment. Homes with basements or lower levels require particular attention, as granite bedrock can be a significant source of radon gas.
Based on 1 user-submitted radon test for homes in Rockport, MA. The EPA recommends taking action at or above 4.0 pCi/L.
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Rockport, MA Radon Levels
User-submitted radon test readings from homes in the Rockport area.
| Radon Level | City | Home Age | Foundation |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4 pCi/L | Rockport, MA | 100+ Years | Full Basement |
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Radon Readings Near Rockport, MA
Compare radon levels in Rockport with the closest nearby cities that have user-submitted test data.
| City | Distance | Avg User Level | Readings |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gloucester | 3.7 mi | 8.40 pCi/L | 5 |
| Beverly | 14.7 mi | 7.00 pCi/L | 1 |
| Rowley | 15.1 mi | 8.00 pCi/L | 1 |
| Marblehead | 16.7 mi | 3.00 pCi/L | 1 |
| Topsfield | 16.8 mi | 7.00 pCi/L | 3 |
| Newburyport | 17.2 mi | 10.33 pCi/L | 3 |
| Danvers | 17.5 mi | 3.75 pCi/L | 4 |
| Georgetown | 19.1 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.