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Radon Levels, Testing and Mitigation in New Mexico

New Mexico has 31 counties, with 8 classified as EPA Zone 1 (highest risk). With an average radon level of 7.35 pCi/L, New Mexico state testing data reveals significantly elevated risks across multiple counties. Testing is highly recommended.

New Mexico is the 6th most expansive state in terms of size and the 36th most populous. It also happens to be the 6th least densely populated state in the entire US.

New Mexico does have an active radon program, dedicated to educating citizens about the risks associated with the deadly gas. You can find more information on Radon, testing and mitigation at the official page.

7.35
Avg. pCi/L
31
Counties
8
Zone 1 Counties

New Mexico Radon Map

New Mexico radon levels by county
Zone 1 — High
Zone 2 — Moderate
Zone 3 — Low

New Mexico Metro Areas

Explore radon data organized by metro region, including average levels, hotspot cities, and local mitigation professionals.

Albuquerque Metro
5 cities
Las Cruces Metro
5 cities
Santa Fe Metro
5 cities

Most Active Radon Markets in New Mexico

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

CityAvg User Radon LevelSubmissions
Santa Fe 7.78 pCi/L 9
El Prado 10.40 pCi/L 5
Taos 10.50 pCi/L 2
Las Cruces 7.00 pCi/L 2
Albuquerque 4.00 pCi/L 2
Alamogordo 4.00 pCi/L 1
Clovis No submissions 0

New Mexico Counties by EPA Radon Zone

All 31 New Mexico counties with their EPA radon zone classification and user-submitted average radon levels.

Zone 1 — High Risk
Predicted avg. indoor levels > 4.0 pCi/L
Zone 1 8 counties
Bernalillo County Zone 1
Avg: 4.3 pCi/L
Colfax County Zone 1
Avg: 4.0 pCi/L
Mora County Zone 1
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Rio Arriba County Zone 1
Avg: 7.3 pCi/L
San Juan County Zone 1
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San Miguel County Zone 1
Avg: 8.0 pCi/L
Santa Fe County Zone 1
Avg: 7.3 pCi/L
Taos County Zone 1
Avg: 10.3 pCi/L
Zone 2 — Moderate Risk
Predicted avg. indoor levels 2–4 pCi/L
Zone 2 14 counties
Chaves County Zone 2
Avg: 4.0 pCi/L
Curry County Zone 2
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Dona Ana County Zone 2
Avg: 7.0 pCi/L
Eddy County Zone 2
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Lea County Zone 2
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Lincoln County Zone 2
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Luna County Zone 2
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McKinley County Zone 2
Avg: 4.0 pCi/L
Otero County Zone 2
Avg: 4.0 pCi/L
Roosevelt County Zone 2
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Sandoval County Zone 2
Avg: 7.0 pCi/L
Sierra County Zone 2
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Socorro County Zone 2
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Valencia County Zone 2
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Zone 3 — Low Risk
Predicted avg. indoor levels < 2 pCi/L
Zone 3 9 counties
Catron County Zone 3
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De Baca County Zone 3
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Grant County Zone 3
Avg: 6.0 pCi/L
Guadalupe County Zone 3
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Harding County Zone 3
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Hidalgo County Zone 3
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Quay County Zone 3
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Torrance County Zone 3
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Union County Zone 3
Avg: 6.0 pCi/L

New Mexico Cities & Towns

Browse radon data for individual cities across New Mexico. Each city page includes user-submitted radon levels, local contractors, and mitigation resources.

Abiquiu Alamogordo Albuquerque Algodones Alto Amistad Angel Fire Animas Anthony Anton Chico Aragon Arenas Valley Arrey Arroyo Hondo Artesia Aztec Bard Bayard Belen Bent Bernalillo Blanco Bloomfield Bluewater Bosque Bosque Farms Broadview Buckhorn Caballo Canones Capitan Caprock Capulin Carlsbad Carrizozo Causey Cedar Crest Cedarvale Cerrillos Chacon Chama Chamisal Chaparral Chimayo Cimarron Clayton Cleveland Cloudcroft Clovis Cochiti Lake Continental Divide Corona Corrales Counselor Coyote Crossroads Cuba Cubero Cuervo Datil Deming Derry Des Moines Dexter Dulce Eagle Nest Edgewood El Prado El Rito Elida Embudo Encino Espanola Estancia Farmington Faywood Fence Lake Flora Vista Floyd Folsom Fort Sumner Fruitland Gallina Gallup Gamerco Garfield Garita Gladstone Glencoe Glenwood Glorieta Grady Grants Grenville Guadalupita Hagerman Hanover Hatch Hernandez Hillsboro Hobbs Holloman Air Force Base Holman Hondo Hope House Hurley Ilfeld Jal Jarales Jemez Pueblo Jemez Springs Kirtland La Jara La Joya La Loma La Luz La Madera La Mesa La Plata Laguna Lake Arthur Lamy Las Cruces Las Vegas Lemitar Lincoln Lindrith Lingo Logan Lordsburg Los Alamos Los Lunas Los Ojos Loving Lovington Magdalena Maljamar Maxwell Mayhill Mcalister Melrose Mescalero Mesilla Park Mesquite Miami Mills Milnesand Mimbres Montezuma Monticello Monument Mora Moriarty Mosquero Mountainair Nara Visa Navajo Dam Newkirk Nogal Ocate Ohkay Owingeh Ojo Caliente Ojo Feliz Pecos Pena Blanca Penasco Pep Peralta Picacho Pie Town Pinon Placitas Polvadera Ponderosa Portales Prewitt Quay Quemado Questa Ramah Ranchos De Taos Raton Regina Reserve Ribera Rincon Rio Rancho Rociada Rogers Roswell Roy Ruidoso Ruidoso Downs Sacramento Saint Vrain Salem San Acacia San Antonio San Jon San Jose San Patricio San Ysidro Sandia Park Santa Cruz Santa Fe Santa Rosa Santa Teresa Santo Domingo Pueblo Sapello Sedan Shiprock Silver City Socorro Solano Springer Stanley Sunland Park Taiban Taos Taos Ski Valley Tatum Tererro Texico Thoreau Tierra Amarilla Tijeras Tinnie Tohatchi Trampas Trementina Truth Or Consequences Tucumcari Tularosa Vadito Vado Valdez Vallecitos Valmora Veguita Wagon Mound Waterflow Weed White Sands Missile Range Willard Williamsburg Winston Yeso Youngsville

Frequently Asked Questions About Radon in New Mexico

What radon level is considered "high"?
The EPA action level is 4.0 pCi/L — many homeowners also choose to fix levels between 2.0 and 4.0 pCi/L. Any home with levels at or above 4.0 pCi/L should be mitigated.
How much does radon mitigation cost in New Mexico?
Radon mitigation typically costs between $800 and $2,500, depending on foundation type and radon severity. A standard sub-slab depressurization system usually falls in the $1,000–$1,500 range.
Does mitigation actually work?
Yes — properly installed systems typically reduce radon levels by up to 99%. A post-mitigation test confirms the system is working correctly, and many homeowners re-test periodically.
Should I test again after mitigation?
Yes. A post-mitigation test is the proof your system is working. The EPA recommends testing within 30 days of installation and retesting every two years.
What EPA Radon Zone is my New Mexico county in?
New Mexico counties are classified into three EPA Radon Zones. Zone 1 (highest risk, >4 pCi/L) indicates the most concern. Zone 2 (moderate, 2–4 pCi/L) and Zone 3 (lowest, <2 pCi/L) round out the classification. Use the county directory above to find your specific county's zone and data.

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