Wilkesboro, NC Radon Levels
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Wilkesboro, NC Radon Facts
Nestled in Wilkes County within North Carolina's Blue Ridge foothills, Wilkesboro shows an average radon level of 5.0 pCi/L from limited testing in the 28697 zip code area. This reading exceeds the EPA's 4.0 pCi/L action level, reflecting the area's crystalline bedrock and mountain geology that can concentrate radon in homes. Given this elevated baseline, all residents should prioritize professional testing, especially those with basement-level living spaces.
Based on 1 user-submitted radon test for homes in Wilkesboro, NC. The EPA recommends taking action at or above 4.0 pCi/L.
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Wilkesboro, NC Radon Levels
User-submitted radon test readings from homes in the Wilkesboro area.
| Radon Level | City | Home Age | Foundation |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5 pCi/L | Wilkesboro, NC | 21-50 Years | Full Basement |
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Radon Readings Near Wilkesboro, NC
Compare radon levels in Wilkesboro with the closest nearby cities that have user-submitted test data.
| City | Distance | Avg User Level | Readings |
|---|---|---|---|
| Moravian Falls | 4.1 mi | 8.00 pCi/L | 1 |
| North Wilkesboro | 4.8 mi | 4.00 pCi/L | 1 |
| Purlear | 11.7 mi | 10.00 pCi/L | 1 |
| Roaring Gap | 18.8 mi | 11.00 pCi/L | 1 |
| Laurel Springs | 22.1 mi | 8.00 pCi/L | 1 |
| Fleetwood | 22.3 mi | 5.00 pCi/L | 1 |
| West Jefferson | 24.8 mi | 3.00 pCi/L | 1 |
| Harmony | 25.4 mi | 5.00 pCi/L | 1 |
Wilkes County Radon Profile
EPA mapping assigns Wilkes County to Radon Zone 2, indicating moderate predicted indoor screening levels in the 2 to 4 pCi/L range based on regional geology. Homeowner-submitted tests from 4 cities in Wilkes County average 6.75 pCi/L across 4 tests — above the EPA's 4 pCi/L action level, reinforcing the need for testing across the county. As the second leading cause of lung cancer in the U.S., radon warrants testing in every Wilkes County home regardless of zone or a neighbor's results.