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Bellefonte, PA Radon Levels

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Bellefonte, PA Radon Facts

EPA Radon Zone Zone 1 — High Risk > 4.0 pCi/L (Zone 1)
County Centre County, PA
Zip Code 16823
Avg. User Level 13.00 pCi/L
User Tests 2

Nestled in Centre County near Penn State University, Bellefonte records an average radon level of 13.0 pCi/L, well above Pennsylvania's typically high radon thresholds. The town's position in the Appalachian Valley, combined with limestone bedrock and older homes with stone foundations, contributes to significant radon accumulation potential. Given these elevated readings in zip code 16823, both longtime residents and newcomers to this State College Metro area community should test their homes.

13.00
pCi/L average
Above EPA Action Level

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

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Bellefonte, PA Radon Levels

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

Radon LevelCityHome AgeFoundation
20 pCi/L Bellefonte, PA 51-99 Years Full Basement
6 pCi/L Bellefonte, PA 0-20 Years Full Basement

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Radon Readings Near Bellefonte, PA

Compare radon levels in Bellefonte with the closest nearby cities that have user-submitted test data.

CityDistanceAvg User LevelReadings
Centre Hall 7.2 mi 15.00 pCi/L 1
Boalsburg 8.2 mi 2.00 pCi/L 1
State College 8.5 mi 9.93 pCi/L 15
Spring Mills 10.8 mi 3.00 pCi/L 1
Philipsburg 23.3 mi 10.00 pCi/L 2
Lock Haven 24.1 mi 6.00 pCi/L 1
Huntingdon 29.9 mi 20.00 pCi/L 1
Renovo 30.1 mi 3.00 pCi/L 1

Centre County Radon Profile

Centre County falls in EPA Radon Zone 1, meaning the local uranium-bearing geology is predicted to drive average indoor radon screening levels above the EPA's 4 pCi/L action threshold. Homeowner-submitted tests from 6 cities in Centre County average 9.77 pCi/L across 22 tests — above the EPA's 4 pCi/L action level, reinforcing the need for testing across the county. Since radon is the second leading cause of lung cancer nationally, the EPA urges every household in Centre County to test, as levels can differ between neighboring homes.

Radon FAQ for Bellefonte, PA

What is the average radon level in Bellefonte, PA?
Based on 2 user-submitted tests, the average radon level in Bellefonte is 13.00 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 Bellefonte in?
Bellefonte and the 16823 zip code are in Centre County, which has an EPA assigned Radon Zone of 1. A zone of 1 predicts an average indoor radon screening level greater than 4 pCi/L.
How much does radon mitigation cost in Bellefonte?
Radon mitigation in Bellefonte 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 Bellefonte?
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.