Max, MN Radon Levels

Q: What EPA Radon Zone is Max in?

Max is in Itasca County, EPA Zone 2.

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

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

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

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Max, MN Radon Facts

EPA Radon Zone Zone 2 — Moderate Risk 2–4 pCi/L (Zone 2)

County Itasca County, MN

Zip Code 56659

Deep in Minnesota's north woods, Max occupies Itasca County where Precambrian bedrock and thin glacial deposits create variable radon conditions. Testing data for this remote 56659 community remains sparse, making home-by-home radon testing essential for residents in this forested region near the headwaters of the Mississippi River.

10.00

pCi/L area average

Above EPA Action Level

Itasca County average: 10.00 pCi/L, based on 1 user-submitted test across 1 city in the county. No homeowner readings have been submitted for Max 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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Max, MN Radon Mitigation

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Radon Readings Near Max, MN

No homeowner tests have been submitted for Max 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
Deer River	19.0 mi	10.00 pCi/L	1
Longville	41.2 mi	7.50 pCi/L	2
Laporte	42.2 mi	4.00 pCi/L	1
Walker	43.7 mi	4.00 pCi/L	1
Hackensack	47.8 mi	4.00 pCi/L	2

Itasca County Radon Profile

The soils and bedrock of Itasca County place it in EPA Radon Zone 2, a moderate-risk classification with predicted indoor averages of 2 to 4 pCi/L. Homeowner-submitted tests from 1 city in Itasca County average 10.00 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 Itasca County to test, as levels can differ between neighboring homes.

Radon FAQ for Max, MN

What EPA Radon Zone is Max in?

Max and the 56659 zip code are in Itasca County, which has an EPA assigned Radon Zone of 2. A zone of 2 predicts an average indoor radon screening level between 2 and 4 pCi/L.

Why are radon readings shown from areas near Max?

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

Radon mitigation in Max 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 Max?

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.