Parkers Prairie, MN Radon Levels

Q: What EPA Radon Zone is Parkers Prairie in?

Parkers Prairie is in Otter Tail County, EPA Zone 1.

Q: How much does radon mitigation cost in Parkers Prairie?

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

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Parkers Prairie, MN Radon Facts

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

County Otter Tail County, MN

Zip Code 56361

This rural Minnesota community in Otter Tail County lies within the state's glacial lake region, where uranium-rich granite bedrock beneath glacial deposits creates high radon potential. The area's EPA Zone 1 classification reflects significant risk for elevated indoor radon levels. With limited testing data available for zip code 56361, residents should conduct professional radon testing, particularly important given Minnesota's long winter months when homes remain tightly sealed.

5.00

pCi/L area average

Above EPA Action Level

Otter Tail County average: 5.00 pCi/L, based on 2 user-submitted tests across 1 city in the county. No homeowner readings have been submitted for Parkers Prairie itself yet, so this county figure is the closest available benchmark. The EPA recommends taking action at or above 4.0 pCi/L.

4.0 EPA

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Parkers Prairie, MN Radon Mitigation

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Radon Readings Near Parkers Prairie, MN

No homeowner tests have been submitted for Parkers Prairie 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
Fergus Falls	37.4 mi	5.00 pCi/L	2
Motley	37.7 mi	7.00 pCi/L	1
Morris	48.0 mi	12.00 pCi/L	1

Otter Tail County Radon Profile

Otter Tail 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 Otter Tail County average 5.00 pCi/L across 2 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 Otter Tail County to test, as levels can differ between neighboring homes.

Radon FAQ for Parkers Prairie, MN

What EPA Radon Zone is Parkers Prairie in?

Parkers Prairie and the 56361 zip code are in Otter Tail 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 Parkers Prairie?

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

Radon mitigation in Parkers 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 Parkers 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.