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Mercer, MO Radon Levels

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Mercer, MO Radon Facts

EPA Radon Zone Zone 2 — Moderate Risk 2–4 pCi/L (Zone 2)
County Mercer County, MO
Zip Code 64661

Found in rural Mercer County in north-central Missouri, Mercer sits atop glacial till and prairie soils that can influence radon levels in area homes. Though specific testing data for the 64661 zip code remains unavailable, the region's EPA Zone 2 classification indicates moderate radon potential across Missouri's agricultural areas. Rural properties and older farmhouses should consider radon testing regardless of the open terrain.

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EPA Radon Zones Near Mercer, MO

No user-submitted radon readings are available for Mercer 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.

CityDistanceCountyEPA Radon Zone
Ridgeway 24.2 mi Harrison County Zone 2
Eagleville 24.8 mi Harrison County Zone 2
Pollock 25.0 mi Sullivan County Zone 2
Galt 26.6 mi Grundy County Zone 2
Humphreys 30.2 mi Sullivan County Zone 2
Trenton 30.4 mi Grundy County Zone 2
Gilman City 30.4 mi Harrison County Zone 2
Milan 30.7 mi Sullivan County Zone 2

Mercer County Radon Profile

The soils and bedrock of Mercer County place it in EPA Radon Zone 2, a moderate-risk classification with predicted indoor averages of 2 to 4 pCi/L. Few homeowner tests have been logged inside Mercer County so far, which is why this page draws on the nearest recorded readings to illustrate regional radon levels. Since radon is the second leading cause of lung cancer nationally, the EPA urges every household in Mercer County to test, as levels can differ between neighboring homes.

Radon FAQ for Mercer, MO

What EPA Radon Zone is Mercer in?
Mercer and the 64661 zip code are in Mercer County, which has an EPA assigned Radon Zone of 2. A zone of 2 predicts an average indoor radon screening level between 2 and 4 pCi/L.
What EPA radon zones surround Mercer, MO?
Mercer sits in Mercer County, which the EPA classifies as Radon Zone 2. Among the nearby communities listed above, 8 in Zone 2 (moderate risk, 2-4 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 Mercer?
Radon mitigation in Mercer 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 Mercer?
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.