Sauk Centre, MN Radon Levels

Q: What EPA Radon Zone is Sauk Centre in?

Sauk Centre is in Stearns County, EPA Zone 1.

Q: How much does radon mitigation cost in Sauk Centre?

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

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Sauk Centre, MN Radon Facts

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

County Stearns County, MN

Zip Code 56378

Sauk Centre is situated in Stearns County within the St. Cloud metro area, where Minnesota's glacial till deposits over bedrock create high radon potential indicated by EPA Zone 1 classification. The community features predominantly older homes and farmstead properties, many with full basement foundations that can trap radon gas. With limited testing data available for zip code 56378, residents should prioritize radon testing given the area's geological risk factors.

4.50

pCi/L area average

Above EPA Action Level

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 Sauk Centre 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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Radon Readings Near Sauk Centre, MN

No homeowner tests have been submitted for Sauk Centre 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
Holdingford	24.6 mi	5.00 pCi/L	1
Cold Spring	32.0 mi	4.00 pCi/L	1
Watkins	39.0 mi	5.00 pCi/L	1
Willmar	40.9 mi	14.00 pCi/L	1
Motley	43.3 mi	7.00 pCi/L	1
Morris	46.8 mi	12.00 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.

Radon FAQ for Sauk Centre, MN

What EPA Radon Zone is Sauk Centre in?

Sauk Centre and the 56378 zip code are in Stearns 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 Sauk Centre?

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

Radon mitigation in Sauk Centre 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 Sauk Centre?

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.