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Cresco, PA Radon Levels

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Cresco, PA Radon Facts

EPA Radon Zone Zone 1 — High Risk > 4.0 pCi/L (Zone 1)
County Monroe County, PA
Zip Code 18326

Found in Monroe County in Pennsylvania's Pocono Mountains region, Cresco sits within an EPA Zone 1 area where the state's complex Appalachian geology creates high radon potential. The region's mix of sandstone and shale formations in zip code 18326 can produce significant radon concentrations in residential properties. Given the limited testing data available, homeowners should conduct professional radon testing to understand their individual risk in this mountainous setting.

8.45
pCi/L area average
Above EPA Action Level

Monroe County average: 8.45 pCi/L, based on 20 user-submitted tests across 13 cities in the county. No homeowner readings have been submitted for Cresco 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 Cresco, PA

No homeowner tests have been submitted for Cresco yet. The closest cities with user-submitted radon data are shown below — explore them to gauge local conditions. Radon varies by home, so testing is the only way to know your level.

CityDistanceAvg User LevelReadings
Canadensis 5.6 mi 6.00 pCi/L 1
Tobyhanna 6.1 mi 11.50 pCi/L 2
Pocono Summit 6.8 mi 8.00 pCi/L 1
East Stroudsburg 9.3 mi 4.75 pCi/L 4
Pocono Pines 10.7 mi 3.50 pCi/L 2
Stroudsburg 11.6 mi 20.00 pCi/L 1
Bushkill 14.0 mi 4.50 pCi/L 2
Pocono Lake 14.5 mi 5.00 pCi/L 3

Monroe County Radon Profile

Because of its underlying geology, Monroe County is mapped as EPA Radon Zone 1 — the most elevated classification — where predicted indoor screening averages exceed 4 pCi/L. Homeowner-submitted tests from 13 cities in Monroe County average 8.45 pCi/L across 20 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 Monroe County home regardless of zone or a neighbor's results.

Radon FAQ for Cresco, PA

What EPA Radon Zone is Cresco in?
Cresco and the 18326 zip code are in Monroe 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.
Why are radon readings shown from areas near Cresco?
No homeowner radon tests have been submitted for Cresco yet. Because radon is driven by regional soil and bedrock geology, readings from the closest cities—and the Monroe County average—are the best available indicator of local conditions until Cresco 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 Cresco?
Radon mitigation in Cresco 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 Cresco?
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.