Jackson, MO Radon Levels
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Jackson, MO Radon Facts
This southeastern Missouri community in Cape Girardeau County has recorded an average radon level of 7.0 pCi/L, which exceeds the EPA action threshold of 4.0 pCi/L. Local geology featuring limestone bedrock and alluvial soils along the Mississippi River corridor can facilitate radon gas migration into homes. Residents in the 63755 area should prioritize radon testing and mitigation if elevated levels are detected.
Based on 2 user-submitted radon tests for homes in Jackson, MO. The EPA recommends taking action at or above 4.0 pCi/L.
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Jackson, MO Radon Levels
User-submitted radon test readings from homes in the Jackson area.
| Radon Level | City | Home Age | Foundation |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5 pCi/L | Jackson, MO | 0-20 Years | Full Basement |
| 9 pCi/L | jackson, MO | — | — |
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Radon Readings Near Jackson, MO
Compare radon levels in Jackson with the closest nearby cities that have user-submitted test data.
| City | Distance | Avg User Level | Readings |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cape Girardeau | 8.4 mi | 6.50 pCi/L | 2 |
| Farmington | 49.4 mi | 9.50 pCi/L | 2 |
Cape Girardeau County Radon Profile
The soils and bedrock of Cape Girardeau County place it in EPA Radon Zone 2, a moderate-risk classification with predicted indoor averages of 2 to 4 pCi/L. Homeowner-submitted tests from 2 cities in Cape Girardeau County average 6.75 pCi/L across 4 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 Cape Girardeau County to test, as levels can differ between neighboring homes.