Kittanning, PA Radon Levels
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Kittanning, PA Radon Facts
Nestled in Armstrong County along the Allegheny River, Kittanning sits within the Pittsburgh metropolitan area where Appalachian geology creates significant radon concerns. Based on recent testing data, the city shows an average radon level of 13.5 pCi/L, which substantially exceeds the EPA's 4.0 pCi/L action threshold. The area's mix of older homes with stone foundations and newer construction over uranium-bearing shale makes professional radon testing essential for all residents in zip code 16201.
Based on 2 user-submitted radon tests for homes in Kittanning, PA. The EPA recommends taking action at or above 4.0 pCi/L.
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Kittanning, PA Radon Levels
User-submitted radon test readings from homes in the Kittanning area.
| Radon Level | City | Home Age | Foundation |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 pCi/L | Kittanning, PA | 0-20 Years | No Basement/All Slab |
| 10 pCi/L | Kittanning, PA | 21-50 Years | Partial Basement |
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Radon Readings Near Kittanning, PA
Compare radon levels in Kittanning with the closest nearby cities that have user-submitted test data.
| City | Distance | Avg User Level | Readings |
|---|---|---|---|
| Karns City | 16.8 mi | 20.00 pCi/L | 1 |
| Apollo | 18.2 mi | 14.00 pCi/L | 1 |
| Butler | 20.4 mi | 12.40 pCi/L | 5 |
| Parker | 21.8 mi | 20.00 pCi/L | 1 |
| Marion Center | 25.5 mi | 3.00 pCi/L | 1 |
| Marchand | 25.7 mi | 14.00 pCi/L | 1 |
| Gibsonia | 26.2 mi | 4.00 pCi/L | 1 |
| Murrysville | 27.1 mi | 5.00 pCi/L | 1 |
Armstrong County Radon Profile
Armstrong 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 1 city in Armstrong County average 13.50 pCi/L across 2 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 Armstrong County to test, as levels can differ between neighboring homes.