Calhoun County Air Quality

Calhoun County contains many industrial areas.  As a result, it is important to monitor air quality and pollution to ensure our residents can maintain optimal health. 

Visit the Environmental Protection Agency's Air Quality Index to learn more.

 

 
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Air Quality in Calhoun County: 

  • Air pollution in Calhoun County is higher than both the Michigan and U.S. Value
  • However, the amount of carcinogens released into the air has been declining each year
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Compared to U.S. Counties, Calhoun has a value of 8.5 which is in the 2nd worst quartile of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 7.8 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 8.8. Compared to U.S. Counties, Calhoun has a value of 8.5 which is in the 2nd worst quartile of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 7.8 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 8.8.
Air Pollution due to Particulate Matter
(Compared to U.S. Counties)
Compared to the prior value, Calhoun (17,536) is greater and worse than the previously measured value (12,004). Compared to the prior value, Calhoun (17,536) is greater and worse than the previously measured value (12,004).
Recognized Carcinogens Released into Air
(Compared to Prior Value)

County: Calhoun

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