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Blooming Prairie, MN Radon Levels

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Blooming Prairie, MN Radon Facts

EPA Radon Zone Zone 1 — High Risk > 4.0 pCi/L (Zone 1)
County Steele County, MN
Zip Code 55917
Avg. User Level 4.00 pCi/L
User Tests 1

Found in Steele County within the Rochester Metro area, Blooming Prairie shows radon readings averaging 4.0 pCi/L based on available testing. This level meets the EPA action threshold exactly, and the community's location atop glacial deposits over limestone bedrock in southern Minnesota's agricultural region makes continued monitoring advisable for homeowners.

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Above EPA Action Level

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

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Blooming Prairie, MN Radon Levels

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

Radon LevelCityHome AgeFoundation
4 pCi/L Blooming Prairie, MN 21-50 Years Full Basement

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Radon Readings Near Blooming Prairie, MN

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

CityDistanceAvg User LevelReadings
Albert Lea 22.9 mi 7.00 pCi/L 1
Lyle 26.1 mi 3.00 pCi/L 1
Faribault 29.5 mi 10.00 pCi/L 2
Wells 35.1 mi 6.00 pCi/L 1
Le Roy 37.5 mi 8.00 pCi/L 1
Northfield 39.1 mi 4.50 pCi/L 2
Montgomery 45.2 mi 5.00 pCi/L 1
Elko New Market 47.9 mi 3.00 pCi/L 1

Steele County Radon Profile

Steele County falls in EPA Radon Zone 1, meaning the local uranium-bearing geology is predicted to drive average indoor radon screening levels above the EPA's 4 pCi/L action threshold. Homeowner-submitted tests from 1 city in Steele County average 4.00 pCi/L across 1 test — 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 Steele County to test, as levels can differ between neighboring homes.

Radon FAQ for Blooming Prairie, MN

What is the average radon level in Blooming Prairie, MN?
Based on 1 user-submitted test, the average radon level in Blooming Prairie is 4.00 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 Blooming Prairie in?
Blooming Prairie and the 55917 zip code are in Steele 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.
How much does radon mitigation cost in Blooming Prairie?
Radon mitigation in Blooming Prairie 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 Blooming Prairie?
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.