Brooklyn, NY
Long-term air quality
What this page tells you
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.
Brooklyn, NY air quality summary: Brooklyn, NY maintains a Clean Air Score of 75.2 and a grade of B, reflecting its long-term air quality profile. The city records a PM2.5 annual mean of 7.5 µg/m³, which is a key metric for its atmospheric conditions. Brooklyn records a PM2.5 annual mean of 7.5 µg/m³, representing moderate long-term particulate exposure for the area. The long-term air quality trend in Brooklyn has remained neutral over recent years.
Clean Air Score
The Clean Air Score of 75.2 and B grade indicate that Brooklyn has generally maintained acceptable long-term air quality standards. This assessment is based on historical particulate levels and the frequency of clean air days over recent years.
🏡 What This Means for Buying
For those evaluating Brooklyn for long-term residency, the B grade suggests a stable air quality environment. Prospective residents should consider these historical levels as part of a broader evaluation of the local living environment.
Indoor Air Quality in Brooklyn, NY
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 Brooklyn.
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 Brooklyn:
- 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, Brooklyn's air quality worsened by 0.1 μg/m³. Based on NBER studies, this change correlates with a estimated 0.4% decrease in relative property value retention.
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📅 Past 30 Days Trend
Real-time daily PM2.5 AQI
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Score Breakdown
| Component | Weight | Score Contribution |
|---|---|---|
| Annual Air Quality | 40% | 64.6 |
| Unhealthy Days | 25% | 100 |
| 5-Year Trend | 20% | 50 |
| Seasonal Variability | 10% | 93.4 |
| 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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Brooklyn Air Quality FAQs
Is Brooklyn a good fit for people who care about long-term air quality?
Brooklyn, NY holds a Clean Air Score of 75.2 and a grade of B, which are representative of its long-term air quality. With a PM2.5 annual mean of 7.5 µg/m³, the city falls into a category of moderate long-term exposure.
How often does Brooklyn experience unhealthy air frequency or long-term pollution exposure?
Brooklyn maintains an unhealthy air frequency of 0%, which is consistent with its B grade. The annual PM2.5 mean of 7.5 µg/m³ further contextualizes the city's long-term pollution exposure levels.
Is the air quality in Brooklyn improving or getting worse over time?
The air quality trend in Brooklyn is categorized as neutral, indicating that long-term particulate levels have remained relatively stable.
Does air quality vary within different parts of Brooklyn?
Air quality can vary within the city due to local traffic, industry, and location patterns, even in areas without a high number of local neighborhoods identified.