Kenly, NC Radon Levels

Q: What EPA Radon Zone is Kenly in?

Kenly is in Johnston County, EPA Zone 3.

Q: Why are radon readings shown from areas near Kenly?

No homeowner radon tests have been submitted for Kenly yet, so readings from the closest cities and the Johnston County average are used as the best available indicator of local conditions. The EPA recommends testing every individual home.

Q: How much does radon mitigation cost in Kenly?

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

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Kenly, NC Radon Facts

EPA Radon Zone Zone 3 — Low Risk < 2.0 pCi/L (Zone 3)

County Johnston County, NC

Zip Code 27542

Located in Johnston County within the Raleigh Metro area, Kenly represents the rural residential character of eastern North Carolina's agricultural region. While specific radon testing data is not yet available for zip code 27542, the underlying geology of coastal plain sediments typically produces lower radon levels. However, testing remains recommended for all homes as radon can vary significantly even within low-risk zones.

5.00

pCi/L area average

Above EPA Action Level

Johnston County average: 5.00 pCi/L, based on 1 user-submitted test across 1 city in the county. No homeowner readings have been submitted for Kenly itself yet, so this county figure is the closest available benchmark. The EPA recommends taking action at or above 4.0 pCi/L.

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Radon Readings Near Kenly, NC

No homeowner tests have been submitted for Kenly yet, so the closest user-submitted readings from neighboring communities are shown below. Radon varies by home — testing is the only way to know your level.

Radon Level	City	Distance	Home Age	Foundation	Submitted
9 pCi/L	Zebulon, NC	18.5 mi	0-20 Years	No Basement/All Slab	Feb 2024
20 pCi/L	Wendell, NC	19.4 mi	0-20 Years	No Basement/All Crawl Space	Mar 2020
5 pCi/L	Benson, NC	26.7 mi	21-50 Years	No Basement/All Slab	Oct 2025

Readings are drawn from the nearest cities with submitted data. Have a result for Kenly? Submit your reading to help your neighbors.

Johnston County Radon Profile

Johnston 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 1 city in Johnston County average 5.00 pCi/L across 1 test — 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 Johnston County.

Radon FAQ for Kenly, NC

What EPA Radon Zone is Kenly in?

Kenly and the 27542 zip code are in Johnston County, which has an EPA assigned Radon Zone of 3. A zone of 3 predicts an average indoor radon screening level less than 2 pCi/L.

Why are radon readings shown from areas near Kenly?

No homeowner radon tests have been submitted for Kenly yet. Because radon is driven by regional soil and bedrock geology, readings from the closest cities—and the Johnston County average—are the best available indicator of local conditions until Kenly homeowners submit their own results. The EPA still recommends testing every individual home, since levels can vary significantly from house to house.

How much does radon mitigation cost in Kenly?

Radon mitigation in Kenly 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 Kenly?

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.

Radon Levels Near Kenly, NC

User-submitted radon levels from the cities closest to Kenly with recorded test data. Explore nearby communities to compare local readings.

City	Distance	Avg User Level	Submissions
Zebulon	18.5 mi	9.00 pCi/L	1
Wendell	19.4 mi	20.00 pCi/L	1
Benson	26.7 mi	5.00 pCi/L	1