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Saint Paul Park, MN Radon Levels

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Saint Paul Park, MN Radon Facts

EPA Radon Zone Zone 1 — High Risk > 4.0 pCi/L (Zone 1)
County Washington County, MN
Zip Code 55071

Situated in Washington County along the Mississippi River corridor, this Minneapolis-St. Paul metro community currently lacks sufficient radon testing data for residents to reference. Minnesota's glacial till soils over limestone bedrock create conditions favorable for radon gas production throughout the Twin Cities region. Given the state's high radon potential and the area's typical basement construction, professional radon testing is strongly recommended for all homeowners.

5.33
pCi/L area average
Above EPA Action Level

Washington County average: 5.33 pCi/L, based on 6 user-submitted tests across 6 cities in the county. No homeowner readings have been submitted for Saint Paul Park 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 Paul Park, MN

No homeowner tests have been submitted for Saint Paul Park 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.

CityDistanceAvg User LevelReadings
Cottage Grove 2.4 mi 7.00 pCi/L 2
Saint Paul 9.7 mi 8.40 pCi/L 5
Hastings 10.4 mi 8.50 pCi/L 2
Lake Elmo 11.8 mi 4.00 pCi/L 1
Farmington 14.4 mi 7.50 pCi/L 2
Lakeville 17.3 mi 6.00 pCi/L 1
Savage 18.2 mi 5.00 pCi/L 3
Minneapolis 18.7 mi 5.00 pCi/L 2

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 Saint Paul Park, MN

What EPA Radon Zone is Saint Paul Park in?
Saint Paul Park and the 55071 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.
Why are radon readings shown from areas near Saint Paul Park?
No homeowner radon tests have been submitted for Saint Paul Park yet. Because radon is driven by regional soil and bedrock geology, readings from the closest cities—and the Washington County average—are the best available indicator of local conditions until Saint Paul Park 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 Saint Paul Park?
Radon mitigation in Saint Paul Park 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 Saint Paul Park?
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.