Silver City, NM Radon Mitigation and Testing

Q: What is the average radon level in Silver City, NM?

Based on 2 user-submitted tests, the average radon level is 6.00 pCi/L.

Q: What EPA Radon Zone is Silver City in?

Silver City is in Grant County, EPA Zone Unknown.

Q: How much does radon mitigation cost in Silver City?

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

Avg: 6.00 pCi/L

Grant County

EPA Zone Unknown

2 user tests

Silver City is located in Grant County, New Mexico. With 2 user-submitted readings averaging 6.00 pCi/L, the area exceeds the EPA's 4.0 pCi/L action threshold, and testing is strongly recommended for homeowners in the 88061 zip code.

6.00

pCi/L average

Above EPA Action Level

Based on 2 user-submitted radon tests for homes in Silver City, NM. The EPA recommends taking action at or above 4.0 pCi/L.

4.0 EPA

10+

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Silver City, New Mexico Radon Levels

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

Radon Level	City	Home Age	Foundation	Submitted
7 pCi/L	Silver City, NM	21-50 Years	Full Basement	Oct 2024
5 pCi/L	Silver City, NM	21-50 Years	Full Basement	May 2021

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Silver City Radon Facts

Key details about the radon risk profile for Silver City and the 88061 zip code area.

EPA Radon Zone

Unknown

County

Grant County, NM

Zip Code

88061

Predicted Screening Level

Unknown

Avg. User Submitted Level

6.00 pCi/L

User Tests Submitted

Silver City and the 88061 zip code are located in Grant County, which has an EPA assigned Radon Zone of Unknown. A radon zone of Unknown does not have sufficient data for classification. The EPA recommends testing every home regardless of zone classification.

Radon FAQ for Silver City, NM

What is the average radon level in Silver City, NM?

Based on 2 user-submitted tests, the average radon level in Silver City is 6.00 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 Silver City in?

Silver City and the 88061 zip code are in Grant County, which has an EPA assigned Radon Zone of Unknown. A zone of Unknown does not have sufficient data for classification.

How much does radon mitigation cost in Silver City?

Radon mitigation in Silver City 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 Silver City?

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 with the most user-submitted radon test data in the state.

City	Avg User Radon Level	Submissions
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