Goldfield, Colorado Air Quality
Goldfield has a median AQI of 58, earning an air quality grade of B- — good air quality that ranks better than 6% of US cities. Air quality has remained relatively stable over the past decade. Ground-level ozone is the primary concern, typically peaking on warm sunny days due to vehicle and industrial emissions. In 2018, Goldfield recorded 63 good air quality days (39% of monitored days) and 12 unhealthy days.
Population: 160 • County: Teller
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Quick Facts
| Current AQI | 5 — Good |
| Air Quality Grade | B- |
| Median AQI (2018) | 58 |
| vs. U.S. Cities | Better than 6% |
| Primary Pollutant | Ozone |
| Unhealthy Days/Year | 12 |
| 10-Year Trend | → Stable |
| Data Source | EPA AirNow |
Health Recommendation
Air quality is satisfactory, and air pollution poses little or no risk.
It's a great day to be active outside!
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Primary Pollutant Days (2018)
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Frequently Asked Questions About Goldfield Air Quality
What is the air quality in Goldfield today?
The current AQI in Goldfield is 5, which is rated "Good". Air quality is satisfactory, and air pollution poses little or no risk.
What is the most common air pollutant in Goldfield?
Ozone is the primary air pollutant in Goldfield, responsible for the most air quality-impacted days in 2018. Ground-level ozone forms when sunlight reacts with vehicle and industrial emissions on warm days.
How many unhealthy air days does Goldfield have per year?
In 2018, Goldfield had 12 days when air quality was unhealthy or unhealthy for sensitive groups (AQI above 100). There were 63 good days and 85 moderate days out of 160 days monitored.
What air quality grade does Goldfield receive?
Goldfield receives an air quality grade of B-, placing it better than 6% of US cities. This grade is based on a median AQI of 58 for 2018, derived from EPA monitoring data.
Air Quality Grade
Better than 6% of US cities
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