Alpena, MI Radon Levels

Q: What EPA Radon Zone is Alpena in?

Alpena is in Alpena County, EPA Zone 2.

Q: How much does radon mitigation cost in Alpena?

Radon mitigation typically costs between $800 and $2,000. Most standard systems fall in the $1,000-$1,500 range.

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Alpena, MI Radon Facts

EPA Radon Zone Zone 2 — Moderate Risk 2–4 pCi/L (Zone 2)

County Alpena County, MI

Zip Code 49707

Thunder Bay's shores frame Alpena in northern Michigan's Alpena County, where limestone bedrock beneath glacial soils creates conditions conducive to radon accumulation. The lakeside city showcases diverse housing stock from historic downtown buildings to modern suburban developments, with full basements remaining common despite the northern climate. With limited testing data available for zip code 49707, area homeowners are encouraged to test for radon to establish their individual exposure levels.

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EPA Radon Zones Near Alpena, MI

No user-submitted radon readings are available for Alpena or its immediate area yet. The table below shows the EPA radon zone — a county-level prediction of radon risk — for nearby communities. Radon still varies from home to home, so testing is the only way to confirm your level.

City	Distance	County	EPA Radon Zone
Hillman	23.8 mi	Montmorency County	Zone 2
Hawks	24.4 mi	Presque Isle County	Zone 2
Lincoln	25.6 mi	Alcona County	Zone 2
Barton City	26.9 mi	Alcona County	Zone 2
Rogers City	29.4 mi	Presque Isle County	Zone 2
Harrisville	29.9 mi	Alcona County	Zone 2
Curran	30.0 mi	Alcona County	Zone 2
Mikado	34.3 mi	Alcona County	Zone 2

Alpena County Radon Profile

EPA mapping assigns Alpena County to Radon Zone 2, indicating moderate predicted indoor screening levels in the 2 to 4 pCi/L range based on regional geology. Direct test data for Alpena County remains limited, so the closest neighboring readings are used here to represent the radon conditions homeowners are likely to encounter. As the second leading cause of lung cancer in the U.S., radon warrants testing in every Alpena County home regardless of zone or a neighbor's results.

Radon FAQ for Alpena, MI

What EPA Radon Zone is Alpena in?

Alpena and the 49707 zip code are in Alpena County, which has an EPA assigned Radon Zone of 2. A zone of 2 predicts an average indoor radon screening level between 2 and 4 pCi/L.

What EPA radon zones surround Alpena, MI?

Alpena sits in Alpena County, which the EPA classifies as Radon Zone 2. Among the nearby communities listed above, 8 in Zone 2 (moderate risk, 2-4 pCi/L). EPA radon zones are county-level predictions of radon potential, so the EPA recommends testing every individual home regardless of its zone, since levels vary from house to house.

How much does radon mitigation cost in Alpena?

Radon mitigation in Alpena typically costs between $800 and $2,000. Most homes with standard basements can be mitigated with a sub-slab depressurization system in the $1,000–$1,500 range. Factors that can increase cost include complex foundations, crawl spaces, or very high radon levels.

Should I test for radon if I'm buying a home in Alpena?

Yes. Radon testing should be part of every home purchase. A short-term radon test is typically included as part of the home inspection process and costs $150–$250. If elevated levels are found, you can negotiate mitigation as part of the sale.