2026 Rankings

Highest Radon Risk ZIP Codes in New Mexico — 2026

Last updated: June 4, 2026

153 ZIP codes ranked by Radon Zone #1: ZIP 87581 (Vallecitos, NM) — Zone 1 (High)
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Out of 153 ZIP codes with data in New Mexico, these are the lowest-ranked areas for radon zone. See also: National ZIP Codes with Highest Radon Risk | All New Mexico Rankings

Statistic Value
ZIP codes ranked 153
Lowest value Zone 1 (High)
Median value Zone 1 (High)
State New Mexico

100 Lowest-Ranked ZIP Codes

Rank ZIP Code City State Radon Zone Safety Score
1 87581 Vallecitos NM Zone 1 (High) 29/100
2 87059 Tijeras NM Zone 1 (High) 33/100
3 87103 Albuquerque NM Zone 1 (High) 33/100
4 87115 Albuquerque NM Zone 1 (High) 33/100
5 87116 Albuquerque NM Zone 1 (High) 33/100
6 87119 Albuquerque NM Zone 1 (High) 33/100
7 87125 Albuquerque NM Zone 1 (High) 33/100
8 87131 Albuquerque NM Zone 1 (High) 33/100
9 87151 Albuquerque NM Zone 1 (High) 33/100
10 87153 Albuquerque NM Zone 1 (High) 33/100
11 87154 Albuquerque NM Zone 1 (High) 33/100
12 87158 Albuquerque NM Zone 1 (High) 33/100
13 87165 Albuquerque NM Zone 1 (High) 33/100
14 87176 Albuquerque NM Zone 1 (High) 33/100
15 87181 Albuquerque NM Zone 1 (High) 33/100
16 87184 Albuquerque NM Zone 1 (High) 33/100
17 87185 Albuquerque NM Zone 1 (High) 33/100
18 87187 Albuquerque NM Zone 1 (High) 33/100
19 87191 Albuquerque NM Zone 1 (High) 33/100
20 87192 Albuquerque NM Zone 1 (High) 33/100
21 87193 Albuquerque NM Zone 1 (High) 33/100
22 87194 Albuquerque NM Zone 1 (High) 33/100
23 87195 Albuquerque NM Zone 1 (High) 33/100
24 87197 Albuquerque NM Zone 1 (High) 33/100
25 87198 Albuquerque NM Zone 1 (High) 33/100
26 87199 Albuquerque NM Zone 1 (High) 33/100
27 87569 Serafina NM Zone 1 (High) 33/100
28 87714 Cimarron NM Zone 1 (High) 33/100
29 87729 Miami NM Zone 1 (High) 33/100
30 87747 Springer NM Zone 1 (High) 33/100
31 87518 Cebolla NM Zone 1 (High) 35/100
32 87701 Las Vegas NM Zone 1 (High) 35/100
33 87018 Counselor NM Zone 1 (High) 40/100
34 87052 Santo Domingo Pueblo NM Zone 1 (High) 40/100
35 87056 Stanley NM Zone 1 (High) 40/100
36 87072 Cochiti Pueblo NM Zone 1 (High) 40/100
37 87083 Cochiti Lake NM Zone 1 (High) 40/100
38 87105 Albuquerque NM Zone 1 (High) 40/100
39 87107 Albuquerque NM Zone 1 (High) 40/100
40 87109 Albuquerque NM Zone 1 (High) 40/100
41 87112 Albuquerque NM Zone 1 (High) 40/100
42 87114 Albuquerque NM Zone 1 (High) 40/100
43 87121 Albuquerque NM Zone 1 (High) 40/100
44 87122 Albuquerque NM Zone 1 (High) 40/100
45 87512 Amalia NM Zone 1 (High) 40/100
46 87517 Carson NM Zone 1 (High) 40/100
47 87528 Dulce NM Zone 1 (High) 40/100
48 87531 Embudo NM Zone 1 (High) 40/100
49 87548 Medanales NM Zone 1 (High) 40/100
50 87554 Petaca NM Zone 1 (High) 40/100
51 87566 Ohkay Owingeh NM Zone 1 (High) 40/100
52 87734 Ocate NM Zone 1 (High) 40/100
53 87749 Ute Park NM Zone 1 (High) 40/100
54 87750 Valmora NM Zone 1 (High) 40/100
55 88421 Garita NM Zone 1 (High) 40/100
56 88431 Newkirk NM Zone 1 (High) 40/100
57 88439 Trementina NM Zone 1 (High) 40/100
58 87549 Ojo Caliente NM Zone 1 (High) 44/100
59 87102 Albuquerque NM Zone 1 (High) 45/100
60 87104 Albuquerque NM Zone 1 (High) 45/100
61 87106 Albuquerque NM Zone 1 (High) 45/100
62 87108 Albuquerque NM Zone 1 (High) 45/100
63 87110 Albuquerque NM Zone 1 (High) 45/100
64 87111 Albuquerque NM Zone 1 (High) 45/100
65 87113 Albuquerque NM Zone 1 (High) 45/100
66 87120 Albuquerque NM Zone 1 (High) 45/100
67 87123 Albuquerque NM Zone 1 (High) 45/100
68 87190 Albuquerque NM Zone 1 (High) 45/100
69 87196 Albuquerque NM Zone 1 (High) 45/100
70 87502 Santa Fe NM Zone 1 (High) 45/100
71 87503 Santa Fe NM Zone 1 (High) 45/100
72 87504 Santa Fe NM Zone 1 (High) 45/100
73 87509 Santa Fe NM Zone 1 (High) 45/100
74 87511 Alcalde NM Zone 1 (High) 45/100
75 87567 Santa Cruz NM Zone 1 (High) 45/100
76 87592 Santa Fe NM Zone 1 (High) 45/100
77 87594 Santa Fe NM Zone 1 (High) 45/100
78 87745 Sapello NM Zone 1 (High) 45/100
79 87515 Canjilon NM Zone 1 (High) 46/100
80 87520 Chama NM Zone 1 (High) 46/100
81 87560 Ribera NM Zone 1 (High) 46/100
82 87710 Angel Fire NM Zone 1 (High) 46/100
83 87010 Cerrillos NM Zone 1 (High) 47/100
84 87505 Santa Fe NM Zone 1 (High) 48/100
85 87506 Santa Fe NM Zone 1 (High) 48/100
86 87064 Youngsville NM Zone 1 (High) 50/100
87 87562 Rowe NM Zone 1 (High) 50/100
88 87537 Hernandez NM Zone 1 (High) 51/100
89 87553 Penasco NM Zone 1 (High) 51/100
90 87565 San Jose NM Zone 1 (High) 51/100
91 87501 Santa Fe NM Zone 1 (High) 53/100
92 87507 Santa Fe NM Zone 1 (High) 53/100
93 87508 Santa Fe NM Zone 1 (High) 53/100
94 87573 Tererro NM Zone 1 (High) 53/100
95 87731 Montezuma NM Zone 1 (High) 53/100
96 87535 Glorieta NM Zone 1 (High) 54/100
97 87753 Watrous NM Zone 1 (High) 54/100
98 87519 Cerro NM Zone 1 (High) 55/100
99 87521 Chamisal NM Zone 1 (High) 55/100
100 87538 Ilfeld NM Zone 1 (High) 55/100

Methodology

Radon rankings are based on EPA county-level radon zone classifications. Zone 1 (highest risk) has predicted average indoor radon levels above 4 pCi/L — the EPA action level. Zone 2 is moderate (2-4 pCi/L) and Zone 3 is low (below 2 pCi/L). Within Zone 1, ZIP codes are sub-ranked by Home Safety Score to prioritize areas with compounding risk factors.

Data sources: EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS), FEMA National Flood Insurance Program, EPA radon zone maps, EIA electricity rates, and Consumer Confidence Reports. Last updated: 2026-06-04.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is EPA Radon Zone 1?

Zone 1 is the EPA highest-risk classification, meaning the county has predicted average indoor radon levels above 4 pCi/L — the level at which the EPA recommends mitigation. Radon causes about 21,000 lung cancer deaths per year in the U.S.

Should I test for radon?

The EPA recommends testing all homes regardless of radon zone. A DIY test kit costs $15-40. Professional testing costs $150-250. If levels exceed 4 pCi/L, mitigation systems ($800-2,500) can reduce radon by up to 99%.

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