Ogema, WI Radon Levels

Q: What EPA Radon Zone is Ogema in?

Ogema is in Price County, EPA Zone 2.

Q: Why are radon readings shown from areas near Ogema?

No homeowner radon tests have been submitted for Ogema yet, so readings from the closest cities and the Price County average are used as the best available indicator of local conditions. The EPA recommends testing every individual home.

Q: How much does radon mitigation cost in Ogema?

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

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Ogema, WI Radon Facts

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

County Price County, WI

Zip Code 54459

Situated in Price County within Wisconsin's northern forest region, Ogema rests on Precambrian bedrock overlain by glacial deposits that create variable radon conditions. The town's housing stock in zip code 54459 consists mainly of older homes with full basements common to the area. Given limited radon testing data for Ogema, residents should prioritize home testing to establish their property's radon levels.

6.55

pCi/L area average

Above EPA Action Level

Nearby homeowner readings average 6.55 pCi/L, based on 11 tests from 9 nearby cities. No readings have been submitted for Ogema 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+

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Radon Readings Near Ogema, WI

No homeowner tests have been submitted for Ogema 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	20.4 mi	7.50 pCi/L	2
Minocqua	38.4 mi	5.00 pCi/L	1
Gleason	38.5 mi	4.00 pCi/L	2
Butternut	41.5 mi	9.00 pCi/L	1
Woodruff	42.8 mi	4.00 pCi/L	1
Winter	45.6 mi	4.00 pCi/L	1
Stratford	45.9 mi	13.00 pCi/L	1
Rhinelander	45.9 mi	9.00 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 Ogema, WI

What EPA Radon Zone is Ogema in?

Ogema and the 54459 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 Ogema?

No homeowner radon tests have been submitted for Ogema 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 Ogema 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 Ogema?

Radon mitigation in Ogema 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 Ogema?

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.