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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.

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Ellensburg, WA air quality summary: Ellensburg, WA, has a clean air score of 89.2 and a grade of A. The long-term particulate matter exposure is measured at 4.7 annual mean PM2.5. Ellensburg maintains a long-term PM2.5 annual mean of 4.7, reflecting relatively low long-term particulate exposure. Long-term air quality has shown improvement in recent years.

Clean Air Score

89
Grade A

The score of 89.2 and grade of A reflect long-term air quality conditions based on particulate matter data. These metrics help residents understand the typical air exposure in the city over multiple years.

🏡 What This Means for Buying

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Indoor Air Quality in Ellensburg, 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 Ellensburg.

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 Ellensburg:

  • 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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Current Risk Level
Low Risk
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🏡 Property Value Impact Analysis

Estimated Impact (5-Year)
Positive Signal
+9.2% theoretical value retention

Between 2019 and 2024, Ellensburg's air quality improved by 2.3 μg/m³. Based on NBER studies, this change correlates with a estimated 9.2% 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
4.7 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 Ellensburg earned a 89.2

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

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Annual Air Quality
4.7 μg/m³
Component score 100 × 40% = 40.0 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 61.5 × 20% = 12.3 points
Seasonal Variability
92.3
Higher means steadier month-to-month air. Weighted contribution: 9.2 points
Extreme Events
100
Captures severe pollution spikes. Weighted contribution: 5.0 points
Coverage & Monitoring
99.5%
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Real-time daily PM2.5 AQI

Live Data

Score Breakdown

Component Weight Score Contribution
Annual Air Quality 40% 100
Unhealthy Days 25% 100
5-Year Trend 20% 61.5
Seasonal Variability 10% 92.3
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.
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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.

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

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Ellensburg Air Quality FAQs

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

Ellensburg has a clean air score of 89.2 and a grade of A, reflecting its long-term atmospheric conditions. The annual mean PM2.5 of 4.7 indicates the typical exposure for residents in this area.

What is the frequency of unhealthy air exposure in Ellensburg?

Ellensburg records approximately 0.0% of days with unhealthy air levels based on historical data. This exposure frequency is a key component of its overall A grade.

Is the air quality in the city improving or getting worse over time?

Long-term air quality has shown improvement in recent years.

How does air quality vary across different parts of the city?

Specific neighborhoods within the city may experience varying air quality based on local factors.