Tarawa Terrace, NC Radon Levels

Q: What EPA Radon Zone is Tarawa Terrace in?

Tarawa Terrace is in Onslow County, EPA Zone 3.

Q: What EPA radon zones surround Tarawa Terrace, NC?

Tarawa Terrace sits in Onslow County, which the EPA classifies as Radon Zone 3. Among the nearby communities listed above, 8 in Zone 3 (low risk, under 2 pCi/L). EPA radon zones are county-level predictions of radon potential, so the EPA recommends testing every individual home regardless of its zone, since levels vary from house to house.

Q: How much does radon mitigation cost in Tarawa Terrace?

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

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Tarawa Terrace, NC Radon Facts

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

County Onslow County, NC

Zip Code 28543

Part of the Jacksonville Metro area in Onslow County, Tarawa Terrace is a military housing community built on Coastal Plain formations near Camp Lejeune. Testing data for this 28543 zip code area remains limited, though the sandy soils and slab-on-grade construction typical of military housing generally reduce radon accumulation risks. Residents should still consider testing, particularly in any homes with enclosed crawl spaces or lower-level rooms.

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EPA Radon Zones Near Tarawa Terrace, NC

No user-submitted radon readings are available for Tarawa Terrace or its immediate area yet. The table below shows the EPA radon zone — a county-level prediction of radon risk — for nearby communities. Radon still varies from home to home, so testing is the only way to confirm your level.

City	Distance	County	EPA Radon Zone
Richlands	14.5 mi	Onslow County	Zone 3
Stella	14.6 mi	Carteret County	Zone 3
Holly Ridge	19.2 mi	Onslow County	Zone 3
Maple Hill	19.4 mi	Pender County	Zone 3
Emerald Isle	20.8 mi	Carteret County	Zone 3
Pollocksville	21.2 mi	Jones County	Zone 3
Chinquapin	22.5 mi	Duplin County	Zone 3
Trenton	23.8 mi	Jones County	Zone 3

Onslow County Radon Profile

The EPA maps Onslow County as Radon Zone 3, the lowest predicted classification, with modeled indoor screening levels under 2 pCi/L. Direct test data for Onslow County remains limited, so the closest neighboring readings are used here to represent the radon conditions homeowners are likely to encounter. As the second leading cause of lung cancer in the U.S., radon warrants testing in every Onslow County home regardless of zone or a neighbor's results.

Radon FAQ for Tarawa Terrace, NC

What EPA Radon Zone is Tarawa Terrace in?

Tarawa Terrace and the 28543 zip code are in Onslow 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.

What EPA radon zones surround Tarawa Terrace, NC?

Tarawa Terrace sits in Onslow County, which the EPA classifies as Radon Zone 3. Among the nearby communities listed above, 8 in Zone 3 (low risk, under 2 pCi/L). EPA radon zones are county-level predictions of radon potential, so the EPA recommends testing every individual home regardless of its zone, since levels vary from house to house.

How much does radon mitigation cost in Tarawa Terrace?

Radon mitigation in Tarawa Terrace 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 Tarawa Terrace?

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.