Rowley, MA Radon Levels
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Rowley, MA Radon Facts
Located in northeastern Massachusetts's Essex County within the Boston Metro area, Rowley sits on glacial deposits and marine sediments that create moderate radon potential. Testing data shows 8.0 pCi/L average readings, exceeding EPA recommendations and reflecting the area's complex geological setting near the coast. The community features a mix of colonial-era homes and modern residences, many with full basements where radon can accumulate significantly during New England's long heating seasons.
Based on 1 user-submitted radon test for homes in Rowley, MA. The EPA recommends taking action at or above 4.0 pCi/L.
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Rowley, MA Radon Levels
User-submitted radon test readings from homes in the Rowley area.
| Radon Level | City | Home Age | Foundation |
|---|---|---|---|
| 8 pCi/L | Rowley, MA | 0-20 Years | Full Basement |
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Radon Readings Near Rowley, MA
Compare radon levels in Rowley with the closest nearby cities that have user-submitted test data.
| City | Distance | Avg User Level | Readings |
|---|---|---|---|
| Georgetown | 3.9 mi | 7.00 pCi/L | 1 |
| Topsfield | 5.4 mi | 7.00 pCi/L | 3 |
| Boxford | 5.8 mi | 6.67 pCi/L | 3 |
| Newburyport | 6.9 mi | 10.33 pCi/L | 3 |
| Merrimac | 9.7 mi | 5.50 pCi/L | 2 |
| Middleton | 9.9 mi | 5.50 pCi/L | 2 |
| Amesbury | 9.9 mi | 6.00 pCi/L | 2 |
| Haverhill | 10.1 mi | 5.00 pCi/L | 2 |
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.