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The EPA Map of Radon Zones

The purpose of this map is to assist national, state and local organizations to target their resources and to implement radon-resistant building codes.

A text version also is available.

The Map of Radon Zones was developed in 1993 to identify areas of the U.S. with the potential for elevated indoor radon levels. The map is intended to help governments and other organizations target risk reduction activities and resources. The Map of Radon Zones should not be used to determine if individual homes need to be tested. No matter where you live, test your home for radon—it’s easy and inexpensive. Fix your home if your radon level is 4 picocuries per liter (pCi/L) (150 becquerels per meter cubed (Bq/m3)) or higher. Consider fixing if your level is between 2 and 4 pCi/L (75 - 150 Bq/m3).

The Map of Radon Zones was developed using data on indoor radon measurements, geology, aerial radioactivity, soil parameters, and foundation types. The EPA recommends that this map be supplemented with any available local data in order to further understand and predict the radon potential for a specific area.

  • EPA Map of Radon Zones (pdf) (960.5 KB)
  • Text Version - Radon Zones Map (xls) (643.5 KB)

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Last updated on December 2, 2024
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