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Paupack, PA Radon Levels

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Paupack, PA Radon Facts

EPA Radon Zone Zone 2 — Moderate Risk 2–4 pCi/L (Zone 2)
County Pike County, PA
Zip Code 18451
Avg. User Level 11.00 pCi/L
User Tests 1

Located in Pike County at zip code 18451, Paupack shows an average radon level of 11.0 pCi/L based on available testing data. This reading significantly exceeds the EPA action level of 4.0 pCi/L, indicating that homes in this Pocono Mountains community face elevated radon exposure risk. The area's crystalline bedrock and seasonal temperature variations contribute to radon gas migration into basements and lower levels.

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Based on 1 user-submitted radon test for homes in Paupack, PA. The EPA recommends taking action at or above 4.0 pCi/L.

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Paupack, PA Radon Levels

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

Radon LevelCityHome AgeFoundation
11 pCi/L Paupack, PA 21-50 Years Full Basement

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Radon Readings Near Paupack, PA

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

CityDistanceAvg User LevelReadings
Tafton 0.9 mi 8.00 pCi/L 1
Hawley 5.7 mi 6.00 pCi/L 1
Canadensis 11.7 mi 6.00 pCi/L 1
Lackawaxen 12.4 mi 15.33 pCi/L 3
Lake Ariel 12.5 mi 6.00 pCi/L 2
Milford 17.1 mi 4.00 pCi/L 1
Dingmans Ferry 17.2 mi 5.80 pCi/L 5
Moscow 17.7 mi 19.00 pCi/L 1

Pike County Radon Profile

The soils and bedrock of Pike County place it in EPA Radon Zone 2, a moderate-risk classification with predicted indoor averages of 2 to 4 pCi/L. Homeowner-submitted tests from 8 cities in Pike County average 7.93 pCi/L across 15 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 Pike County to test, as levels can differ between neighboring homes.

Radon FAQ for Paupack, PA

What is the average radon level in Paupack, PA?
Based on 1 user-submitted test, the average radon level in Paupack is 11.00 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 Paupack in?
Paupack and the 18451 zip code are in Pike County, which has an EPA assigned Radon Zone of 2. A zone of 2 predicts an average indoor radon screening level between 2 and 4 pCi/L.
How much does radon mitigation cost in Paupack?
Radon mitigation in Paupack 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 Paupack?
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.