Elkton, Oregon Air Quality

Elkton has a median AQI of 53, earning an air quality grade of B — good air quality that ranks better than 11% of US cities. Air quality has been trending worse over the past decade, a concern for local residents and health officials. Particulate matter (PM2.5) is the primary concern, often linked to vehicle traffic, industrial activity, and wildfire smoke. In 2022, Elkton recorded 21 good air quality days (46% of monitored days).

Population: 150 • County: Douglas

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Quick Facts

Current AQI14Good
Air Quality GradeB
Median AQI (2022)53
vs. U.S. CitiesBetter than 11%
Primary PollutantPM2.5
Unhealthy Days/Year0
10-Year Trend↓ Worsening
Data SourceEPA AirNow

Health Recommendation

Air quality is satisfactory, and air pollution poses little or no risk.

It's a great day to be active outside!

5-Day AQI Forecast

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Current Pollutant Levels

PM2.5
14
Good

Real-time data from EPA AirNow

AQI Trend (10 Years)

Air Quality Days by Year

2022 Air Quality Summary

21
Good Days
25
Moderate Days
0
USG Days
0
Unhealthy Days
69
Max AQI
53
Median AQI

Primary Pollutant Days (2022)

PM2.546 days

Days when each pollutant was the primary driver of AQI. Learn about pollutants →

Frequently Asked Questions About Elkton Air Quality

What is the air quality in Elkton today?

The current AQI in Elkton is 14, which is rated "Good". Air quality is satisfactory, and air pollution poses little or no risk.

Is air quality in Elkton getting better or worse?

Air quality in Elkton has been worsening in recent years. The median AQI rose from 23 in 2016 to 53 in 2022.

What is the most common air pollutant in Elkton?

PM2.5 is the primary air pollutant in Elkton, responsible for the most air quality-impacted days in 2022. Particulate matter can originate from vehicle exhaust, wildfires, and industrial emissions.

How many unhealthy air days does Elkton have per year?

In 2022, Elkton had 0 days when air quality was unhealthy or unhealthy for sensitive groups (AQI above 100). There were 21 good days and 25 moderate days out of 46 days monitored.

What air quality grade does Elkton receive?

Elkton receives an air quality grade of B, placing it better than 11% of US cities. This grade is based on a median AQI of 53 for 2022, derived from EPA monitoring data.

Air Quality Grade

B

Better than 11% of US cities

Protect Your Health

With a median AQI of 53, indoor air purification is recommended

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Recommended Air Purifiers for Elkton

Based on your area's air quality (median AQI: 53), we recommend these air purifiers to help protect your health indoors.

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