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Cottage Grove, MN Radon Levels

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Cottage Grove, MN Radon Facts

EPA Radon Zone Zone 1 — High Risk > 4.0 pCi/L (Zone 1)
County Washington County, MN
Zip Code 55016
Avg. User Level 7.00 pCi/L
User Tests 2

Situated in Washington County within the Minneapolis-St. Paul Metro area, Cottage Grove has recorded a radon level of 8.0 pCi/L based on available testing. This reading significantly exceeds the EPA action level, indicating radon mitigation is likely needed for homes in the 55016 zip code area. The community's location on glacial till over limestone and sandstone bedrock creates conditions highly favorable for radon accumulation.

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pCi/L average
Above EPA Action Level

Based on 2 user-submitted radon tests for homes in Cottage Grove, MN. The EPA recommends taking action at or above 4.0 pCi/L.

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Cottage Grove, MN Radon Levels

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

Radon LevelCityHome AgeFoundation
8 pCi/L Cottage Grove, MN 21-50 Years Partial Basement

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Radon Readings Near Cottage Grove, MN

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

CityDistanceAvg User LevelReadings
Hastings 9.0 mi 8.50 pCi/L 2
Saint Paul 11.4 mi 8.40 pCi/L 5
Lake Elmo 11.4 mi 4.00 pCi/L 1
Farmington 15.7 mi 7.50 pCi/L 2
Lakeville 19.0 mi 6.00 pCi/L 1
Savage 20.4 mi 5.00 pCi/L 3
Minneapolis 20.9 mi 5.00 pCi/L 2
Prior Lake 24.5 mi 5.00 pCi/L 1

Washington County Radon Profile

Washington 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 6 cities in Washington County average 5.33 pCi/L across 6 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 Washington County to test, as levels can differ between neighboring homes.

Radon FAQ for Cottage Grove, MN

What is the average radon level in Cottage Grove, MN?
Based on 2 user-submitted tests, the average radon level in Cottage Grove is 7.00 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 Cottage Grove in?
Cottage Grove and the 55016 zip code are in Washington 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 Cottage Grove?
Radon mitigation in Cottage Grove 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 Cottage Grove?
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.