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Santa Fe, NM Radon Levels

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Santa Fe, NM Radon Facts

EPA Radon Zone Zone 1 — High Risk > 4.0 pCi/L (Zone 1)
County Santa Fe County, NM
Zip Code 87501
Avg. User Level 7.70 pCi/L
User Tests 10

New Mexico's capital city in Santa Fe County sits at high elevation on volcanic and sedimentary geology that contributes to elevated radon potential. Local testing data reveals an average radon level of 7.78 pCi/L, which significantly exceeds the EPA action level and requires mitigation attention. The area's distinctive adobe and pueblo-style construction, combined with the region's natural uranium deposits in underlying rock formations, creates conditions particularly conducive to radon accumulation across zip codes 87501, 87505, 87506, 87507, and 87508.

7.70
pCi/L average
Above EPA Action Level

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

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Santa Fe, NM Radon Levels

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

Radon LevelCityHome AgeFoundation
7 pCi/L Santa Fe, NM 0-20 Years No Basement/All Slab
12 pCi/L Santa Fe, NM 21-50 Years No Basement/All Slab
8 pCi/L Santa Fe, NM 21-50 Years No Basement/All Slab
4 pCi/L Santa Fe, NM 21-50 Years No Basement/All Slab
5 pCi/L Santa Fe, NM 0-20 Years No Basement/All Slab

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Radon FAQ for Santa Fe, NM

What is the average radon level in Santa Fe, NM?
Based on 10 user-submitted tests, the average radon level in Santa Fe is 7.70 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 Santa Fe in?
Santa Fe and the 87501 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 Fe?
Radon mitigation in Santa Fe 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 Fe?
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.

CityAvg User Radon LevelSubmissions
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