Albany, MN Radon Levels

Q: What EPA Radon Zone is Albany in?

Albany is in Stearns County, EPA Zone 1.

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

No homeowner radon tests have been submitted for Albany yet, so readings from the closest cities and the Stearns 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 Albany?

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

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Albany, MN Radon Facts

EPA Radon Zone Zone 1 — High Risk > 4.0 pCi/L (Zone 1)

County Stearns County, MN

Zip Code 56307

Located in Stearns County within the St. Cloud Metro area, Albany sits in EPA Zone 1 where glacial deposits over granite and limestone bedrock create significant radon potential. Testing data remains unavailable for this 56307 community, making radon testing crucial given Minnesota's challenging radon geology and the area's predominant basement construction.

4.50

pCi/L area average

Above EPA Action Level

Stearns County average: 4.50 pCi/L, based on 2 user-submitted tests across 2 cities in the county. No homeowner readings have been submitted for Albany 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 Albany, MN

No homeowner tests have been submitted for Albany 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
Holdingford	9.4 mi	5.00 pCi/L	1
Cold Spring	13.2 mi	4.00 pCi/L	1
Watkins	22.3 mi	5.00 pCi/L	1
Willmar	40.2 mi	14.00 pCi/L	1
Monticello	43.4 mi	10.00 pCi/L	1
Big Lake	44.3 mi	7.00 pCi/L	1
Buffalo	45.7 mi	11.00 pCi/L	1
Milaca	46.2 mi	4.00 pCi/L	1

Stearns County Radon Profile

Because of its underlying geology, Stearns County is mapped as EPA Radon Zone 1 — the most elevated classification — where predicted indoor screening averages exceed 4 pCi/L. Homeowner-submitted tests from 2 cities in Stearns County average 4.50 pCi/L across 2 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 Stearns County home regardless of zone or a neighbor's results.

Radon FAQ for Albany, MN

What EPA Radon Zone is Albany in?

Albany and the 56307 zip code are in Stearns County, which has an EPA assigned Radon Zone of 1. A zone of 1 predicts an average indoor radon screening level greater than 4 pCi/L.

Why are radon readings shown from areas near Albany?

No homeowner radon tests have been submitted for Albany yet. Because radon is driven by regional soil and bedrock geology, readings from the closest cities—and the Stearns County average—are the best available indicator of local conditions until Albany 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 Albany?

Radon mitigation in Albany 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 Albany?

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.