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Wayne, MI Radon Levels

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Wayne, MI Radon Facts

EPA Radon Zone Zone 3 — Low Risk < 2.0 pCi/L (Zone 3)
County Wayne County, MI
Zip Code 48184

Part of the Detroit metro area in Wayne County, this Michigan community sits on glacial deposits and clay soils that can influence radon migration patterns. Housing in zip code 48184 includes a mix of mid-century and newer construction, with many homes featuring full basements common to the region. Testing data for Wayne remains limited, making individual home testing important for residents to understand their specific radon exposure in this varied geological setting.

5.33
pCi/L area average
Above EPA Action Level

Wayne County average: 5.33 pCi/L, based on 15 user-submitted tests across 9 cities in the county. No homeowner readings have been submitted for Wayne itself yet, so this county figure is the closest available benchmark. The EPA recommends taking action at or above 4.0 pCi/L.

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Radon Readings Near Wayne, MI

No homeowner tests have been submitted for Wayne 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.

CityDistanceAvg User LevelReadings
Canton 5.3 mi 3.00 pCi/L 2
Taylor 6.4 mi 6.00 pCi/L 2
Plymouth 8.3 mi 4.33 pCi/L 3
Allen Park 8.5 mi 7.00 pCi/L 1
Riverview 9.5 mi 2.00 pCi/L 1
Northville 11.3 mi 5.33 pCi/L 3
Ypsilanti 12.2 mi 8.50 pCi/L 4
Trenton 12.5 mi 5.00 pCi/L 1

Wayne County Radon Profile

The EPA maps Wayne County as Radon Zone 3, the lowest predicted classification, with modeled indoor screening levels under 2 pCi/L. Homeowner-submitted tests from 9 cities in Wayne County average 5.33 pCi/L across 15 tests — above the EPA's 4 pCi/L action level, reinforcing the need for testing across the county. As the second leading cause of lung cancer in the U.S., radon warrants testing in every Wayne County home regardless of zone or a neighbor's results.

Radon FAQ for Wayne, MI

What EPA Radon Zone is Wayne in?
Wayne and the 48184 zip code are in Wayne 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 Wayne?
No homeowner radon tests have been submitted for Wayne yet. Because radon is driven by regional soil and bedrock geology, readings from the closest cities—and the Wayne County average—are the best available indicator of local conditions until Wayne 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 Wayne?
Radon mitigation in Wayne 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 Wayne?
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.