Saint Cloud, MN Radon Levels
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Saint Cloud, MN Radon Facts
Spanning both Sherburne County and Stearns County in central Minnesota, Saint Cloud encompasses multiple zip codes (56301, 56303, 56304) and falls within EPA Zone 1, indicating high radon potential. The region's glacial geology and granite bedrock can contribute to elevated radon levels in homes with basements, which are common in this area's predominantly mid-century and newer housing stock. While specific testing data is currently limited, the geological conditions strongly recommend that homeowners conduct radon testing.
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 Saint Cloud 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 Saint Cloud, MN
No homeowner tests have been submitted for Saint Cloud 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cold Spring | 14.8 mi | 4.00 pCi/L | 1 |
| Holdingford | 18.2 mi | 5.00 pCi/L | 1 |
| Watkins | 21.1 mi | 5.00 pCi/L | 1 |
| Big Lake | 25.2 mi | 7.00 pCi/L | 1 |
| Monticello | 25.3 mi | 10.00 pCi/L | 1 |
| Milaca | 29.8 mi | 4.00 pCi/L | 1 |
| Buffalo | 29.8 mi | 11.00 pCi/L | 1 |
| Loretto | 39.4 mi | 6.00 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.