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Susquehanna, PA Radon Levels

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Susquehanna, PA Radon Facts

EPA Radon Zone Zone 1 — High Risk > 4.0 pCi/L (Zone 1)
County Susquehanna County, PA
Zip Code 18847
Avg. User Level 16.00 pCi/L
User Tests 1

Located in northeastern Pennsylvania's Susquehanna County, this community shows an average radon level of 16.0 pCi/L, significantly exceeding the EPA action threshold of 4.0 pCi/L. The area's Devonian shale and sandstone bedrock, combined with glacial deposits, creates EPA Zone 1 conditions with high radon potential. Given these elevated readings, all residents should test their homes and consider mitigation systems where appropriate.

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pCi/L average
Above EPA Action Level

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

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Susquehanna, PA Radon Levels

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

Radon LevelCityHome AgeFoundation
16 pCi/L Susquehanna, PA 21-50 Years Full Basement

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Radon Readings Near Susquehanna, PA

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

CityDistanceAvg User LevelReadings
Nicholson 23.1 mi 20.00 pCi/L 1
Lake Ariel 36.1 mi 6.00 pCi/L 2
Hawley 38.2 mi 6.00 pCi/L 1
Old Forge 40.7 mi 5.00 pCi/L 1
Moscow 41.9 mi 19.00 pCi/L 1
Sugar Run 42.1 mi 5.00 pCi/L 1
Tafton 43.0 mi 8.00 pCi/L 1
Paupack 43.2 mi 11.00 pCi/L 1

Susquehanna County Radon Profile

Susquehanna 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 Susquehanna County average 16.00 pCi/L across 1 test — 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 Susquehanna County to test, as levels can differ between neighboring homes.

Radon FAQ for Susquehanna, PA

What is the average radon level in Susquehanna, PA?
Based on 1 user-submitted test, the average radon level in Susquehanna is 16.00 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 Susquehanna in?
Susquehanna and the 18847 zip code are in Susquehanna 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 Susquehanna?
Radon mitigation in Susquehanna 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 Susquehanna?
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.