Santa Cruz, NM Radon Levels

Q: What EPA Radon Zone is Santa Cruz in?

Santa Cruz is in Santa Fe County, EPA Zone 1.

Q: How much does radon mitigation cost in Santa Cruz?

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

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Santa Cruz, NM Radon Facts

EPA Radon Zone Zone 1 — High Risk > 4.0 pCi/L (Zone 1)

County Santa Fe County, NM

Zip Code 87567

High-elevation Santa Fe County terrain in zip code 87567 features the volcanic soils and granite bedrock common to northern New Mexico's mountainous regions. Since radon testing data for this specific area is currently limited, homeowners should prioritize professional measurement, especially given the county's designation as an EPA Zone 1 high-risk area. The combination of mountain geology and typical construction methods using crawl spaces or partial basements can create conditions favorable for radon accumulation.

Santa Cruz, NM Radon Mitigation

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Radon FAQ for Santa Cruz, NM

What EPA Radon Zone is Santa Cruz in?

Santa Cruz and the 87567 zip code are in Santa Fe 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 Santa Cruz?

Radon mitigation in Santa Cruz 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 Santa Cruz?

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 New Mexico

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

City	Avg User Radon Level	Submissions
Santa Fe	7.70 pCi/L	10
El Prado	10.40 pCi/L	5
Taos	12.33 pCi/L	3
Albuquerque	5.33 pCi/L	3
Las Cruces	7.00 pCi/L	2
Alamogordo	4.00 pCi/L	1
Clovis	No submissions	0