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Deerfield, WI Radon Levels

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Deerfield, WI Radon Facts

EPA Radon Zone Zone 1 — High Risk > 4.0 pCi/L (Zone 1)
County Dane County, WI
Zip Code 53531

Positioned in Dane County within the Madison Metro area, Deerfield's 53531 zip code sits in EPA Zone 1 on glacial deposits over Cambrian sandstone bedrock typical of south-central Wisconsin. Testing data for this rural community remains limited, making individual home testing important for residents. The area's combination of glacial till and underlying sedimentary bedrock creates geological conditions that can facilitate radon gas movement into structures.

9.75
pCi/L area average
Above EPA Action Level

Dane County average: 9.75 pCi/L, based on 8 user-submitted tests across 7 cities in the county. No homeowner readings have been submitted for Deerfield itself yet, so this county figure is the closest available benchmark. The EPA recommends taking action at or above 4.0 pCi/L.

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Radon Readings Near Deerfield, WI

No homeowner tests have been submitted for Deerfield 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.

CityDistanceAvg User LevelReadings
Mc Farland 11.0 mi 9.00 pCi/L 1
Oregon 17.6 mi 12.00 pCi/L 1
Milton 20.4 mi 11.50 pCi/L 2
Waunakee 20.4 mi 5.50 pCi/L 2
Middleton 21.5 mi 4.00 pCi/L 1
Watertown 22.3 mi 7.00 pCi/L 1
Arlington 23.3 mi 6.00 pCi/L 1
Fall River 23.8 mi 10.00 pCi/L 1

Dane County Radon Profile

Dane 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 7 cities in Dane County average 9.75 pCi/L across 8 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 Dane County to test, as levels can differ between neighboring homes.

Radon FAQ for Deerfield, WI

What EPA Radon Zone is Deerfield in?
Deerfield and the 53531 zip code are in Dane 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.
Why are radon readings shown from areas near Deerfield?
No homeowner radon tests have been submitted for Deerfield yet. Because radon is driven by regional soil and bedrock geology, readings from the closest cities—and the Dane County average—are the best available indicator of local conditions until Deerfield 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 Deerfield?
Radon mitigation in Deerfield 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 Deerfield?
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.