Beaumont, TX
Long-term air quality
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This page combines annual PM2.5, unhealthy days, 5-year trend, and data coverage so you can compare long-term air quality, not just today's reading.
Beaumont, TX air quality summary: Beaumont, TX maintains a clean air score of 58.5 and a grade of C, which reflects its long-term atmospheric profile. The city records a PM2.5 annual mean of 10.1 µg/m³, providing a baseline for local environmental conditions. Beaumont records a PM2.5 annual mean of 10.1 µg/m³, which represents moderate long-term particulate exposure. The long-term air quality in Beaumont has been worsening over recent years.
Clean Air Score
A clean air score of 58.5 and a grade of C indicate a moderate level of long-term air quality. These metrics indicate atmospheric particulate exposure that is considered relevant for the population over several years.
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Prospective residents are encouraged to treat air quality as one factor in a broader relocation or residential evaluation. It is useful to consider long-term atmospheric benchmarks alongside other local environmental and property characteristics.
Indoor Air Quality in Beaumont, TX
Outdoor pollution can still affect indoor air when windows are open, filtration is weak, or wildfire smoke moves in.
How to react when today's AQI changes
Use the AQI bands below to decide whether to open windows, run an air purifier, or stay indoors when pollution spikes in Beaumont.
AQI 0-50
GoodOpen windows: Open windows if you want fresh air.
Air purifier: No purifier needed for most homes.
Indoor activity: Normal indoor activity is fine.
AQI 51-100
ModerateOpen windows: Sensitive groups should limit open-window time.
Air purifier: Use fans or filtration if dust or pollen is bothering you.
Indoor activity: Most people can stay active indoors.
AQI 101-150
Unhealthy for Sensitive GroupsOpen windows: Keep windows closed.
Air purifier: Run a HEPA purifier in the main room and bedroom.
Indoor activity: Sensitive groups should reduce outdoor exposure.
AQI 151+
UnhealthyOpen windows: Keep windows and doors closed.
Air purifier: Run HEPA continuously and seal obvious drafts.
Indoor activity: Stay indoors as much as possible; use an N95 if you must go out.
Common indoor air concerns in Beaumont:
- Seasonal pollen and dust mite allergens
- VOCs from household products
Recommended action: If today's AQI reaches 101 or higher, close windows and run HEPA filtration before indoor air starts to feel smoky or stale.
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Between 2019 and 2024, Beaumont's air quality worsened by 1.4 μg/m³. Based on NBER studies, this change correlates with a estimated 5.6% decrease in relative property value retention.
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📅 Past 30 Days Trend
Real-time daily PM2.5 AQI
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Current Seasonal Forecast
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Score Breakdown
| Component | Weight | Score Contribution |
|---|---|---|
| Annual Air Quality | 40% | 27.4 |
| Unhealthy Days | 25% | 94.5 |
| 5-Year Trend | 20% | 43 |
| Seasonal Variability | 10% | 89.6 |
| Extreme Events | 5% | 100 |
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About This Data
Data Sources
Historical air quality mapping and scoring are based completely on official U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) AirNow API data. 5-day AQI forecasts are provided by WAQI.
Methodology
Our Clean Air Score (0-100) is a proprietary algorithm that weighs multiple factors:
- Annual PM2.5 averages (40%)
- Frequency of unhealthy days (25%)
- 5-year pollution trends (20%)
- Seasonal variability and extreme events (15%)
Updates & Accuracy
Real-time data is updated hourly. Historical aggregate scores are recalculated monthly to reflect the latest trends. While we strive for accuracy, sensor maintenance and local conditions can affect individual readings.
Practical Advice
When AQI > 100: Sensitive groups (children, elderly, asthmatics) should limit prolonged outdoor exertion.
When AQI > 150: Everyone should avoid outdoor exercise and keep windows closed.
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Beaumont Air Quality FAQs
Is Beaumont a good fit for people who care about long-term air quality?
Beaumont holds a clean air score of 58.5 and a grade of C, reflecting moderate long-term air quality. The city's PM2.5 annual mean of 10.1 µg/m³ provides neutral context for environmental evaluation.
How often does Beaumont experience unhealthy air or long-term pollution exposure?
Beaumont reports an unhealthy air day frequency of 0.3%, with its overall long-term conditions captured by a C grade. This suggests relatively consistent atmospheric conditions over the reported multi-year period.
Is the air quality in Beaumont improving or getting worse over time?
Air quality trends in Beaumont have been worsening in recent years, indicating an increase in long-term particulate levels.
Does air quality vary across different parts of Beaumont?
Air quality can fluctuate within the city due to local factors such as industrial activity or traffic volume, even in areas without a specific neighborhood-level detail page.