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Gwinn, MI Radon Levels

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Gwinn, MI Radon Facts

EPA Radon Zone Zone 2 — Moderate Risk 2–4 pCi/L (Zone 2)
County Marquette County, MI
Zip Code 49841
Avg. User Level 9.00 pCi/L
User Tests 1

Upper Peninsula community Gwinn in Marquette County shows an average radon level of 9.0 pCi/L, more than doubling the EPA action threshold based on available testing data from the 49841 zip code area. The region's Precambrian granite and gneiss bedrock, combined with iron-rich soils, creates geological conditions highly favorable for elevated radon production. Most area homes feature basements that can concentrate radon gas from the underlying bedrock.

9.00
pCi/L average
Above EPA Action Level

Based on 1 user-submitted radon test for homes in Gwinn, MI. The EPA recommends taking action at or above 4.0 pCi/L.

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Gwinn, MI Radon Levels

User-submitted radon test readings from homes in the Gwinn area.

Radon LevelCityHome AgeFoundation
9 pCi/L GWINN, MI 0-20 Years Full Basement

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Radon Readings Near Gwinn, MI

Compare radon levels in Gwinn with the closest nearby cities that have user-submitted test data.

CityDistanceAvg User LevelReadings
Negaunee 13.6 mi 10.00 pCi/L 1
Gladstone 34.7 mi 5.25 pCi/L 4
Escanaba 42.5 mi 6.00 pCi/L 1
Vulcan 43.3 mi 3.00 pCi/L 1
Norway 43.8 mi 6.00 pCi/L 1
Iron Mountain 46.3 mi 4.00 pCi/L 1

Marquette County Radon Profile

The soils and bedrock of Marquette County place it in EPA Radon Zone 2, a moderate-risk classification with predicted indoor averages of 2 to 4 pCi/L. Homeowner-submitted tests from 3 cities in Marquette County average 9.00 pCi/L across 3 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 Marquette County to test, as levels can differ between neighboring homes.

Radon FAQ for Gwinn, MI

What is the average radon level in Gwinn, MI?
Based on 1 user-submitted test, the average radon level in Gwinn is 9.00 pCi/L. This exceeds the EPA's recommended action level of 4.0 pCi/L, and radon testing is recommended for all homes in the area.
What EPA Radon Zone is Gwinn in?
Gwinn and the 49841 zip code are in Marquette 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.
How much does radon mitigation cost in Gwinn?
Radon mitigation in Gwinn 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 Gwinn?
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.