Kentucky Air Quality

Real-time AQI data and air quality trends for 552 cities across Kentucky.

Statewide Air Quality Overview

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Average AQI
3503
Good Air Days
691
Moderate Days
Unhealthy Days
172
Highest AQI

Based on 2025 EPA data

Cleanest Air in Kentucky

1. EzelMedian AQI: 35
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2. West LibertyMedian AQI: 35
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3. PikevilleMedian AQI: 36
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4. FreeburnMedian AQI: 36
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5. Elkhorn CityMedian AQI: 36
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Most Polluted in Kentucky

1. La GrangeMedian AQI: 39
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2. HillviewMedian AQI: 39
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3. BelleviewMedian AQI: 38
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4. UnionMedian AQI: 38
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5. HazardMedian AQI: 38
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Learn About Air Quality

What Is the AQI?
Understand how the Air Quality Index is calculated and what each level means for your health.
Pollutant Guide
Learn about PM2.5, ozone, and other pollutants that affect air quality across Kentucky.
National Rankings
Compare Kentucky cities to the rest of the US by air quality grade and median AQI.

All Cities in Kentucky

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