Gideon, MO Radon Levels

Q: What EPA Radon Zone is Gideon in?

Gideon is in New Madrid County, EPA Zone 3.

Q: What EPA radon zones surround Gideon, MO?

Gideon sits in New Madrid County, which the EPA classifies as Radon Zone 3. Among the nearby communities listed above, 8 in Zone 3 (low risk, under 2 pCi/L). EPA radon zones are county-level predictions of radon potential, so the EPA recommends testing every individual home regardless of its zone, since levels vary from house to house.

Q: How much does radon mitigation cost in Gideon?

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

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Gideon, MO Radon Facts

EPA Radon Zone Zone 3 — Low Risk < 2.0 pCi/L (Zone 3)

County New Madrid County, MO

Zip Code 63848

Small community Gideon in New Madrid County sits within Missouri's Mississippi River floodplain, where alluvial deposits over sedimentary bedrock typically produce lower radon concentrations. Testing data for the 63848 zip code area remains limited, though the EPA Zone 3 classification suggests minimal radon concerns. However, homeowners should still consider testing, as individual property characteristics and construction methods can influence indoor radon levels.

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EPA Radon Zones Near Gideon, MO

No user-submitted radon readings are available for Gideon or its immediate area yet. The table below shows the EPA radon zone — a county-level prediction of radon risk — for nearby communities. Radon still varies from home to home, so testing is the only way to confirm your level.

City	Distance	County	EPA Radon Zone
Campbell	10.5 mi	Dunklin County	Zone 3
Bragg City	12.7 mi	Pemiscot County	Zone 3
Bernie	15.7 mi	Stoddard County	Zone 3
Kennett	16.5 mi	Dunklin County	Zone 3
Hayti	17.7 mi	Pemiscot County	Zone 3
Catron	18.0 mi	Stoddard County	Zone 3
Gobler	20.4 mi	Dunklin County	Zone 3
Qulin	21.3 mi	Butler County	Zone 3

New Madrid County Radon Profile

The EPA maps New Madrid County as Radon Zone 3, the lowest predicted classification, with modeled indoor screening levels under 2 pCi/L. Direct test data for New Madrid County remains limited, so the closest neighboring readings are used here to represent the radon conditions homeowners are likely to encounter. As the second leading cause of lung cancer in the U.S., radon warrants testing in every New Madrid County home regardless of zone or a neighbor's results.

Radon FAQ for Gideon, MO

What EPA Radon Zone is Gideon in?

Gideon and the 63848 zip code are in New Madrid County, which has an EPA assigned Radon Zone of 3. A zone of 3 predicts an average indoor radon screening level less than 2 pCi/L.

What EPA radon zones surround Gideon, MO?

Gideon sits in New Madrid County, which the EPA classifies as Radon Zone 3. Among the nearby communities listed above, 8 in Zone 3 (low risk, under 2 pCi/L). EPA radon zones are county-level predictions of radon potential, so the EPA recommends testing every individual home regardless of its zone, since levels vary from house to house.

How much does radon mitigation cost in Gideon?

Radon mitigation in Gideon 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 Gideon?

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.