Prairie Farm, WI Radon Levels

Q: What EPA Radon Zone is Prairie Farm in?

Prairie Farm is in Barron County, EPA Zone 2.

Q: How much does radon mitigation cost in Prairie Farm?

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

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Prairie Farm, WI Radon Facts

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

County Barron County, WI

Zip Code 54762

Located in rural Barron County in northwestern Wisconsin, Prairie Farm sits atop glacial till deposits that commonly produce elevated radon levels throughout the region's agricultural landscape. With testing data currently limited for this area, residents should prioritize radon testing given Wisconsin's statewide high radon potential.

5.00

pCi/L area average

Above EPA Action Level

Barron County average: 5.00 pCi/L, based on 4 user-submitted tests across 3 cities in the county. No homeowner readings have been submitted for Prairie Farm itself yet, so this county figure is the closest available benchmark. The EPA recommends taking action at or above 4.0 pCi/L.

4.0 EPA

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Radon Readings Near Prairie Farm, WI

No homeowner tests have been submitted for Prairie Farm 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
Almena	12.1 mi	2.00 pCi/L	1
Chetek	16.3 mi	5.00 pCi/L	1
Rice Lake	21.3 mi	6.50 pCi/L	2
Amery	21.9 mi	3.00 pCi/L	1
Bloomer	25.6 mi	4.50 pCi/L	2
Weyerhaeuser	29.3 mi	11.50 pCi/L	2
Sarona	33.6 mi	4.00 pCi/L	1
Osceola	35.5 mi	5.00 pCi/L	1

Barron County Radon Profile

The soils and bedrock of Barron County place it in EPA Radon Zone 2, a moderate-risk classification with predicted indoor averages of 2 to 4 pCi/L. Homeowner-submitted tests from 3 cities in Barron County average 5.00 pCi/L across 4 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 Barron County to test, as levels can differ between neighboring homes.

Radon FAQ for Prairie Farm, WI

What EPA Radon Zone is Prairie Farm in?

Prairie Farm and the 54762 zip code are in Barron 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 Prairie Farm?

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

Radon mitigation in Prairie Farm 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 Prairie Farm?

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.