Manistee, MI Radon Levels

Q: What EPA Radon Zone is Manistee in?

Manistee is in Manistee County, EPA Zone 3.

Q: Why are radon readings shown from areas near Manistee?

No homeowner radon tests have been submitted for Manistee yet, so readings from the closest cities and the Manistee County average are used as the best available indicator of local conditions. The EPA recommends testing every individual home.

Q: How much does radon mitigation cost in Manistee?

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

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Manistee, MI Radon Facts

EPA Radon Zone Zone 3 — Low Risk < 2.0 pCi/L (Zone 3)

County Manistee County, MI

Zip Code 49660

Positioned along Lake Michigan's eastern shore in Manistee County, Manistee sits within a region of glacial deposits and underlying bedrock formations that can influence residential radon levels throughout western Michigan. The historic lumber town features a mix of Victorian-era homes and newer lakefront properties, many with full basements typical of Michigan construction where radon can accumulate. With testing data currently unavailable for the 49660 zip code, homeowners should consider professional radon measurement, particularly in older homes with stone or block foundation systems.

4.67

pCi/L area average

Above EPA Action Level

Nearby homeowner readings average 4.67 pCi/L, based on 6 tests from 4 nearby cities. No readings have been submitted for Manistee yet, so the closest recorded data is shown as a benchmark. The EPA recommends taking action at or above 4.0 pCi/L.

4.0 EPA

10+

Manistee, MI Radon Mitigation

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Radon Readings Near Manistee, MI

No homeowner tests have been submitted for Manistee yet. The closest cities with user-submitted radon data are shown below — explore them to gauge local conditions. Radon varies by home, so testing is the only way to know your level.

City	Distance	Avg User Level	Readings
Cadillac	37.2 mi	6.00 pCi/L	1
Kingsley	38.9 mi	5.00 pCi/L	1
Maple City	43.7 mi	2.00 pCi/L	1
Traverse City	45.0 mi	5.00 pCi/L	3

Manistee County Radon Profile

The EPA maps Manistee County as Radon Zone 3, the lowest predicted classification, with modeled indoor screening levels under 2 pCi/L. Direct test data for Manistee 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 Manistee County home regardless of zone or a neighbor's results.

Radon FAQ for Manistee, MI

What EPA Radon Zone is Manistee in?

Manistee and the 49660 zip code are in Manistee County, which has an EPA assigned Radon Zone of 3. A zone of 3 predicts an average indoor radon screening level less than 2 pCi/L.

Why are radon readings shown from areas near Manistee?

No homeowner radon tests have been submitted for Manistee yet. Because radon is driven by regional soil and bedrock geology, readings from the closest cities—and the Manistee County average—are the best available indicator of local conditions until Manistee homeowners submit their own results. The EPA still recommends testing every individual home, since levels can vary significantly from house to house.

How much does radon mitigation cost in Manistee?

Radon mitigation in Manistee 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 Manistee?

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.