Wisconsin Rapids, WI Radon Levels
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Wisconsin Rapids, WI Radon Facts
Wisconsin Rapids in central Wood County reports an average radon level of 4.5 pCi/L, which slightly exceeds the EPA action threshold based on limited testing data. The community's housing stock includes many mid-century homes with full basements, built on sandy soils and glacial outwash deposits typical of central Wisconsin. Both zip codes 54494 and 54495 should prioritize expanded radon testing to better understand the local risk profile.
Based on 2 user-submitted radon tests for homes in Wisconsin Rapids, WI. The EPA recommends taking action at or above 4.0 pCi/L.
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Wisconsin Rapids, WI Radon Levels
User-submitted radon test readings from homes in the Wisconsin Rapids area.
| Radon Level | City | Home Age | Foundation |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6 pCi/L | Wisconsin Rapids, WI | 51-99 Years | Full Basement |
| 3 pCi/L | Wisconsin Rapids, WI | 21-50 Years | Full Basement |
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Radon Readings Near Wisconsin Rapids, WI
Compare radon levels in Wisconsin Rapids with the closest nearby cities that have user-submitted test data.
| City | Distance | Avg User Level | Readings |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nekoosa | 7.0 mi | 6.00 pCi/L | 1 |
| Stevens Point | 19.4 mi | 6.00 pCi/L | 3 |
| Hancock | 23.9 mi | 5.00 pCi/L | 1 |
| Marshfield | 24.7 mi | 13.50 pCi/L | 2 |
| Necedah | 25.9 mi | 7.50 pCi/L | 2 |
| Friendship | 27.2 mi | 20.00 pCi/L | 1 |
| Stratford | 29.8 mi | 13.00 pCi/L | 1 |
| Mosinee | 30.2 mi | 6.00 pCi/L | 1 |
Wood County Radon Profile
The bedrock and soils beneath Wood County are classified by the EPA as Radon Zone 1, the highest-risk tier, with predicted average indoor screening levels above 4 pCi/L. Homeowner-submitted tests from 2 cities in Wood County average 9.00 pCi/L across 4 tests — above the EPA's 4 pCi/L action level, reinforcing the need for testing across the county. Radon is the second leading cause of lung cancer in the United States, and a short-term test is the only way to confirm a specific home's level in Wood County.