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Punxsutawney, PA Radon Levels

Check local Punxsutawney radon levels and find certified testing and mitigation professionals to keep your home safe


Punxsutawney, PA Radon Facts

EPA Radon Zone Zone 2 — Moderate Risk 2–4 pCi/L (Zone 2)
County Jefferson County, PA
Zip Code 15767
Avg. User Level 20.00 pCi/L
User Tests 1

Famous for Groundhog Day celebrations, Punxsutawney lies in Jefferson County within Pennsylvania's Appalachian plateau region. The area's Pennsylvanian-age sandstone and shale formations, combined with older homes featuring stone and block basements, create conditions where radon testing is essential. Current testing data for zip code 15767 is limited, making individual home measurements particularly important for establishing local radon patterns.

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

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Punxsutawney, PA Radon Levels

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

Radon LevelCityHome AgeFoundation
20 pCi/L Punxsutawney, PA 0-20 Years Full Basement

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Radon Readings Near Punxsutawney, PA

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

CityDistanceAvg User LevelReadings
Marchand 6.9 mi 14.00 pCi/L 1
Reynoldsville 11.1 mi 6.00 pCi/L 1
Marion Center 11.9 mi 3.00 pCi/L 1
Brookville 16.0 mi 8.00 pCi/L 3
Du Bois 16.7 mi 20.00 pCi/L 1
Grampian 19.6 mi 19.00 pCi/L 1
Curwensville 23.0 mi 4.00 pCi/L 1
Clearfield 27.8 mi 12.00 pCi/L 1

Jefferson County Radon Profile

EPA mapping assigns Jefferson 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 3 cities in Jefferson County average 10.00 pCi/L across 5 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 Jefferson County home regardless of zone or a neighbor's results.

Radon FAQ for Punxsutawney, PA

What is the average radon level in Punxsutawney, PA?
Based on 1 user-submitted test, the average radon level in Punxsutawney is 20.00 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 Punxsutawney in?
Punxsutawney and the 15767 zip code are in Jefferson 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 Punxsutawney?
Radon mitigation in Punxsutawney 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 Punxsutawney?
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.