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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.

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Note: Burien does not have its own EPA monitor; this page relies on the nearest monitor in Tukwila, 4 miles away.
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Burien, WA air quality summary: Burien, WA maintains a CleanAirData score of 78.5 and an air quality grade of B. The city's long-term particulate matter levels average 6.9 µg/m³. Burien has a recorded annual mean PM2.5 concentration of 6.9 µg/m³. The long-term air quality trend in Burien is classified as improving based on recent data.

Clean Air Score

79
Grade B

The 78.5 score and B grade reflect the overall historical air quality conditions in Burien. These metrics provide a standardized way to evaluate long-term exposure to fine particulate matter.

🏡 What This Means for Buying

Air quality should be treated as one factor in a broader relocation or housing decision. Prospective residents should consider these long-term trends alongside other lifestyle and location preferences.

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Indoor Air Quality in Burien, WA

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 Burien.

AQI 0-50

Good

Open 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

Moderate

Open 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 Groups

Open 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+

Unhealthy

Open 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 Burien:

  • Wildfire smoke infiltration (PM2.5)
  • 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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🩺 My Health Risk Assessment

See how Burien's air quality affects you and your family specifically.

Current Risk Level
Low Risk
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Health Advice

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Est. Annual "Risky Days" for you: ~0 days/year

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🏡 Property Value Impact Analysis

Estimated Impact (5-Year)
Positive Signal
+15.0% theoretical value retention

Between 2020 and 2024, Burien's air quality improved by 4.4 μg/m³. Based on NBER studies, this change correlates with a estimated 15% increase in relative property value retention.

* Methodology: Comparison based on National Bureau of Economic Research (NBER) Working Paper 15655 correlation between PM2.5 reduction and housing prices. This is a theoretical estimate for informational purposes only.
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Annual PM2.5
6.9 μg/m³
WHO Target: <5.0
Good Days
100.0 %
% days AQI < 100
5-Year Trend
Improving
↑ Improving
Long-term direction
Extreme Days
0 days/yr
Days AQI > 150 (Est.)

Why Burien earned a 78.5

Raw inputs, scoring weights, and data coverage for this city.

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Annual Air Quality
6.9 μg/m³
Component score 73.2 × 40% = 29.3 points
Unhealthy Days
0 days/yr est.
0% of days above AQI 100. Component score 100 × 25% = 25.0 points
5-Year Trend
Improving
Component score 72 × 20% = 14.4 points
Seasonal Variability
92.6
Higher means steadier month-to-month air. Weighted contribution: 9.3 points
Extreme Events
100
Captures severe pollution spikes. Weighted contribution: 5.0 points
Coverage & Monitoring
98.4%
Proxy monitor: Tukwila (4 miles away)
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📅 Past 30 Days Trend

Real-time daily PM2.5 AQI

Live Data

Score Breakdown

Component Weight Score Contribution
Annual Air Quality 40% 73.2
Unhealthy Days 25% 100
5-Year Trend 20% 72
Seasonal Variability 10% 92.6
Extreme Events 5% 100

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Frequently Asked Questions

How often is this air quality data updated? Our historical trend models and annual rankings are updated regularly based on official EPA data to ensure reports reflect the latest available long-term trends.
What sources does CleanAirData use? We rely strictly on official U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) monitoring station data for all historical air quality scoring and reports.
Data sourced from U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) — See our methodology

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.

Data provided for informational purposes only. Always consult local health officials during extreme smoke or pollution events.

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Burien Air Quality FAQs

Is Burien a good fit for people who care about long-term air quality?

Burien receives a CleanAirData score of 78.5 and an air quality grade of B. The annual mean PM2.5 concentration is 6.9 µg/m³.

How often does Burien experience unhealthy air days?

Approximately 0% of days in Burien are classified as having unhealthy air levels. This contributes to the city's overall grade of B and particulate average of 6.9 µg/m³.

Is the air quality in Burien improving or getting worse?

The long-term trend for Burien is improving. This classification is based on the trajectory of particulate matter levels over several years.

Does air quality vary across different parts of the city?

Air quality can vary within Burien due to local traffic, industry, and location patterns.