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Butte, MT Radon Levels

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Butte, MT Radon Facts

EPA Radon Zone Zone 1 — High Risk > 4.0 pCi/L (Zone 1)
County Silver Bow County, MT
Zip Code 59701
Avg. User Level 10.20 pCi/L
User Tests 10

Situated in southwestern Montana's Silver Bow County, Butte shows an average radon level of 10.2 pCi/L based on local testing data. This concentration significantly exceeds the EPA action threshold, reflecting the region's uranium-rich granite and volcanic bedrock that contribute to elevated radon levels throughout the historic mining area.

10.20
pCi/L average
Above EPA Action Level

Based on 10 user-submitted radon tests for homes in Butte, MT. The EPA recommends taking action at or above 4.0 pCi/L.

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Butte, MT Radon Levels

User-submitted radon test readings from homes in the Butte area.

Radon LevelCityHome AgeFoundation
5 pCi/L Butte, MT 100+ Years Partial Basement
19 pCi/L Butte, MT 21-50 Years Full Basement
10 pCi/L Butte, MT 51-99 Years Full Basement
4 pCi/L Butte, MT 51-99 Years
20 pCi/L Butte, MT 100+ Years Partial Basement

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Radon FAQ for Butte, MT

What is the average radon level in Butte, MT?
Based on 10 user-submitted tests, the average radon level in Butte is 10.20 pCi/L. This exceeds the EPA's recommended action level of 4.0 pCi/L, and radon testing is recommended for all homes in the area.
What EPA Radon Zone is Butte in?
Butte and the 59701 zip code are in Silver Bow 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.
How much does radon mitigation cost in Butte?
Radon mitigation in Butte 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 Butte?
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.

Most Active Radon Markets in Montana

Cities in Montana with the most user-submitted radon test data, ranked by number of submissions.

CityAvg User Radon LevelSubmissions
Butte 10.20 pCi/L 10
Missoula 6.25 pCi/L 8
Florence 11.67 pCi/L 3
Bozeman 10.33 pCi/L 3
Helena 8.67 pCi/L 3
Stevensville 7.67 pCi/L 3
Sidney 7.33 pCi/L 3
Billings 5.33 pCi/L 3
Miles City 3.33 pCi/L 3
Kalispell 7.50 pCi/L 2