Cell Towers & EMF Exposure in Weymouth, MA

EMF Score
55
Elevated
RF Score
50
Cell Towers & Wireless
ELF Score
15
Power Lines & Substations
0 Lower is better 100

How Weymouth Compares

Weymouth
55
MA avg
56
US avg
56

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About EMF & Cell Towers in Weymouth

533
Cell Towers
196
5G Towers
27
Transmission Lines
19
Substations
23.2/mi²
Towers/mi²

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We're tracking 533 cell towers, 27 transmission lines, and 19 substations near Weymouth. Search your address to see exactly what's nearby — and how close it is.

  • LTE
    4G LTE towers for mobile data
  • NR
    5G New Radio towers
  • High-voltage transmission lines
  • Electrical substations

Cell Tower Map & RF Exposure in Weymouth, MA

NR
196
5G NR
LTE
337
4G LTE

Carriers Operating in Weymouth

T-Mobile 423 towers
AT&T 69 towers
Verizon 41 towers

5G in Weymouth

Weymouth has 196 active 5G towers, accounting for 36.8% of the local network. T-Mobile leads 5G deployment in the area. The network is still primarily 4G LTE, but as 5G expands, more neighborhoods will have higher-frequency antennas nearby. Searching your address shows which towers — including 5G — are closest to your home.

What Weymouth's Tower Density Means for Residents

With 23.2/mi², Weymouth has dense tower coverage. Many residents have at least one tower within a few blocks, but EMF scores still range widely — from 10 to 100. Even in a dense tower environment, your exact location relative to tower clusters makes a significant difference.

50

Weymouth's RF exposure is rated Moderate

The city average is moderate, but scores range from 10 to 100 — your neighborhood makes a real difference. Search your address to see where you fall.

What This Means for You

RF exposure from cell towers drops sharply with distance. In Weymouth, scores range from 10 to 100, which means your specific location matters more than the city average. Search your address to see what's nearby — especially which direction towers are from your bedrooms.

Power Lines & ELF Exposure in Weymouth, MA

2
345+ kV
25
100–229 kV

How Power Lines Affect Weymouth Residents

Weymouth has 27 transmission lines and 19 substations within 5 miles of the city center. This includes 2 lines carrying 345 kV or more — the highest voltage class, which produces stronger ELF fields over a wider area. For homes near these corridors, distance is critical: ELF drops off sharply, but high-voltage lines have a larger impact zone than lower-voltage infrastructure.

Substations Near Weymouth

With 19 substations in the area, Weymouth has significant power distribution infrastructure. These are the points where high-voltage power is stepped down for local use. Each one creates a localized ELF field — if you live within a few hundred meters of one, it likely contributes to your score. The map shows exactly where they are.

15

Weymouth's ELF exposure is rated Very Low

ELF isn't the main concern here — cell towers contribute far more to Weymouth's overall EMF picture. Most residents are far enough from power infrastructure that it has minimal impact.

RF vs ELF in Weymouth: Cell towers are the clear dominant factor in Weymouth's EMF environment (RF: 50 vs ELF: 15). Choosing a home away from tower clusters will have the biggest effect on reducing your overall exposure.

What This Means for You

Weymouth has some high-voltage (345+ kV) infrastructure nearby, which creates stronger ELF fields over a wider area than lower-voltage lines. If you're close to one of these corridors, it can meaningfully impact your score — the map shows exactly where they run.

Understanding EMF, RF & ELF

What the scores mean and how they're measured in Weymouth

EMF

Electromagnetic fields from cell towers and power lines. Weymouth's combined score: 55/100.

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RF

Radio frequency from wireless infrastructure. Weymouth has 533 cell towers (196 are 5G) → RF score: 50.

ELF

Extremely low frequency from power grid. Weymouth has 27 transmission lines and 19 substations → ELF score: 15.

EMF Exposure & Health

What research says about EMF exposure at levels found in Weymouth

Sleep Quality

Studies have found measurable effects on sleep quality from RF-EMF exposure, though effect sizes vary.

Children

Some researchers recommend lower limits for children, citing developing nervous systems and longer lifetime exposure.

Precautionary Principle

Many choose to minimize exposure based on the precautionary principle: when science is uncertain but consequences may be significant, reducing exposure is reasonable.

We provide data, not medical advice. Consult healthcare professionals for personal health decisions.

Reduce EMF Exposure in Weymouth

Free Changes Today

  • Move WiFi router away from bedrooms
  • Use airplane mode while sleeping
  • Choose bedrooms farthest from nearby towers

For Homes Near Infrastructure

  • RF shielding window film on tower-facing sides
  • EMF shielding paint for walls facing infrastructure
  • Shielded bed canopy for sleeping areas

Your specific location matters more than the city average.

Search your address to see exactly which towers and power lines are nearby.

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EMF scores across Weymouth range from 10 to 100. The city score of 55 represents the average across sampled locations.

Cell Tower & EMF FAQ for Weymouth

How many cell towers are in Weymouth?
Weymouth has 533 registered cell towers, of which 196 are 5G. That's a density of 23.2/mi² across the city's 23.0 square miles.
Is 5G available in Weymouth?
Yes, Weymouth has 196 active 5G towers. 5G uses higher-frequency RF signals and typically requires more antennas placed closer together, which can increase localized RF exposure.
What is the average EMF score in Weymouth?
Weymouth's overall EMF score is 55 out of 100 (Elevated). This breaks down into an RF score of 50 (cell towers & wireless) and an ELF score of 15 (power grid). Scores range from 10 to 100 across the city, so your specific location matters.
How does Weymouth compare to other cities in Massachusetts?
Weymouth ranks #N/A out of 30 cities in Massachusetts for EMF exposure (lower rank = less exposure). Some of the lowest-exposure cities in the state include New Bedford (22), Barnstable (34), Haverhill (34), Beverly (35), Salem (39).
Are there power lines and substations near Weymouth?
Weymouth has 27 high-voltage transmission lines and 19 substations within the city area. These contribute to ELF (extremely low frequency) exposure, which is measured separately from RF (cell tower) exposure. The ELF score for Weymouth is 15 out of 100. Use the map above to see exactly where power grid infrastructure is located.
Which parts of Weymouth have the lowest EMF?
EMF scores across Weymouth range from 10 to 100, which means location within the city makes a real difference. Areas farther from cell tower clusters and major power line corridors typically score lower. Use the address search above to check specific streets and neighborhoods you're interested in.

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