Charlotte, NC Radon Levels
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Charlotte, NC Radon Facts
Downtown Charlotte in Mecklenburg County's 28202 zip code sits within the Carolina Piedmont, where granite bedrock and weathered soils create variable radon conditions across the metro area. Testing data reveals an average level of 7.33 pCi/L, notably exceeding the EPA's 4.0 pCi/L action level and requiring mitigation consideration. The urban core's mix of high-rise residential buildings and converted historic structures presents unique radon management challenges compared to suburban single-family homes.
Based on 3 user-submitted radon tests for homes in Charlotte, NC. The EPA recommends taking action at or above 4.0 pCi/L.
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Charlotte, NC Radon Levels
User-submitted radon test readings from homes in the Charlotte area.
| Radon Level | City | Home Age | Foundation |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 pCi/L | Charlotte, NC | 0-20 Years | No Basement/All Slab |
| 13 pCi/L | Charlotte, NC | 0-20 Years | No Basement/All Slab |
| 6 pCi/L | Charlotte , NC | 0-20 Years | Full Basement |
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Radon Readings Near Charlotte, NC
Compare radon levels in Charlotte with the closest nearby cities that have user-submitted test data.
| City | Distance | Avg User Level | Readings |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mount Holly | 13.2 mi | 3.00 pCi/L | 1 |
| Huntersville | 13.2 mi | 3.50 pCi/L | 2 |
| Cornelius | 18.2 mi | 4.00 pCi/L | 1 |
| Gastonia | 18.6 mi | 3.00 pCi/L | 1 |
| Concord | 19.2 mi | 4.00 pCi/L | 1 |
| Waxhaw | 20.7 mi | 4.00 pCi/L | 1 |
| Denver | 20.8 mi | 4.33 pCi/L | 3 |
| Dallas | 21.8 mi | 3.00 pCi/L | 1 |
Mecklenburg County Radon Profile
Mecklenburg County is classified as EPA Radon Zone 3, the lowest predicted-risk tier, with modeled indoor screening averages below 2 pCi/L. Homeowner-submitted tests from 3 cities in Mecklenburg County average 5.50 pCi/L across 6 tests — above the EPA's 4 pCi/L action level, reinforcing the need for testing across the county. Radon is the second leading cause of lung cancer in the United States, and a short-term test is the only way to confirm a specific home's level in Mecklenburg County.