Catawba, WI Radon Levels

Q: What EPA Radon Zone is Catawba in?

Catawba is in Price County, EPA Zone 2.

Q: How much does radon mitigation cost in Catawba?

Radon mitigation typically costs between $800 and $2,000. Most standard systems fall in the $1,000-$1,500 range.

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Catawba, WI Radon Facts

EPA Radon Zone Zone 2 — Moderate Risk 2–4 pCi/L (Zone 2)

County Price County, WI

Zip Code 54515

Remote Price County community Catawba sits in Wisconsin's Northwoods where Precambrian bedrock and glacial deposits create moderate radon potential. Testing data for the 54515 zip code area remains limited, making individual home assessment crucial for residents. The area's mix of year-round homes and seasonal cabins, many with basement or crawl space foundations, should all be evaluated for radon levels.

7.45

pCi/L area average

Above EPA Action Level

Nearby homeowner readings average 7.45 pCi/L, based on 11 tests from 9 nearby cities. No readings have been submitted for Catawba yet, so the closest recorded data is shown as a benchmark. The EPA recommends taking action at or above 4.0 pCi/L.

4.0 EPA

10+

Catawba, WI Radon Mitigation

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Radon Readings Near Catawba, WI

No homeowner tests have been submitted for Catawba 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.

City	Distance	Avg User Level	Readings
Medford	25.9 mi	7.50 pCi/L	2
Winter	32.9 mi	4.00 pCi/L	1
Butternut	35.3 mi	9.00 pCi/L	1
Minocqua	44.3 mi	5.00 pCi/L	1
Weyerhaeuser	44.7 mi	11.50 pCi/L	2
Jim Falls	46.3 mi	5.00 pCi/L	1
Hayward	48.1 mi	6.00 pCi/L	1
Woodruff	48.6 mi	4.00 pCi/L	1

Price County Radon Profile

EPA mapping assigns Price County to Radon Zone 2, indicating moderate predicted indoor screening levels in the 2 to 4 pCi/L range based on regional geology. Direct test data for Price County remains limited, so the closest neighboring readings are used here to represent the radon conditions homeowners are likely to encounter. As the second leading cause of lung cancer in the U.S., radon warrants testing in every Price County home regardless of zone or a neighbor's results.

Radon FAQ for Catawba, WI

What EPA Radon Zone is Catawba in?

Catawba and the 54515 zip code are in Price 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.

Why are radon readings shown from areas near Catawba?

No homeowner radon tests have been submitted for Catawba yet. Because radon is driven by regional soil and bedrock geology, readings from the closest cities—and the Price County average—are the best available indicator of local conditions until Catawba 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 Catawba?

Radon mitigation in Catawba 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 Catawba?

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.