Lilbourn, MO Radon Levels

Q: What EPA Radon Zone is Lilbourn in?

Lilbourn is in New Madrid County, EPA Zone 3.

Q: What EPA radon zones surround Lilbourn, MO?

Lilbourn 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 Lilbourn?

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

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Lilbourn, MO Radon Facts

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

County New Madrid County, MO

Zip Code 63862

Located in southeastern Missouri's New Madrid County, Lilbourn occupies Mississippi River floodplain deposits where alluvial soils over Paleozoic bedrock create generally lower radon potential. With testing data for this 63862 community currently unavailable, residents should still consider professional assessment despite the area's EPA Zone 3 classification. The region's agricultural setting and mix of foundation types, from older farmhouses to manufactured homes, can influence individual radon entry patterns.

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EPA Radon Zones Near Lilbourn, MO

No user-submitted radon readings are available for Lilbourn 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
Catron	11.3 mi	Stoddard County	Zone 3
East Prairie	18.7 mi	Mississippi County	Zone 3
Essex	20.0 mi	Stoddard County	Zone 3
Wardell	20.0 mi	Pemiscot County	Zone 3
Malden	20.2 mi	Dunklin County	Zone 3
Sikeston	21.2 mi	Scott County	Zone 3
Bernie	21.7 mi	Stoddard County	Zone 3
Clarkton	22.2 mi	Dunklin 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 Lilbourn, MO

What EPA Radon Zone is Lilbourn in?

Lilbourn and the 63862 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 Lilbourn, MO?

Lilbourn 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 Lilbourn?

Radon mitigation in Lilbourn 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 Lilbourn?

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.