Cell Towers & EMF Exposure in 11236 (Brooklyn, NY)

EMF Score
68
Elevated
RF Score
67
Cell Towers & Wireless
ELF Score
11
Power Lines & Substations
0 Lower is better 100

How 11236 Compares

11236
68
NY avg
57
US avg
56

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About EMF & Cell Towers Near 11236

556
Cell Towers
139
5G Towers
0
Transmission Lines
6
Substations
154.4/mi²
Towers/mi²

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We're tracking 2238 cell towers, 0 transmission lines, and 6 substations near 11236. Search your address to see exactly what's nearby — and how close it is.

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Understanding EMF, RF & ELF

What the scores mean and how they're measured near 11236

EMF

Electromagnetic fields from cell towers and power lines. 11236's combined score: 68/100.

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RF

Radio frequency from wireless infrastructure. 11236 has 556 cell towers (139 are 5G) → RF score: 67.

ELF

Extremely low frequency from power grid. 11236 has 0 transmission lines and 6 substations → ELF score: 11.

Reduce EMF Exposure Near 11236

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

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EMF scores near 11236 range from 10 to 100. The zip code score of 68 represents the average across sampled locations.

Cell Tower & EMF FAQ for 11236

How many cell towers are near 11236?
There are 556 registered cell towers near 11236, of which 139 are 5G. That's a density of 154.4/mi².
What is the EMF score for 11236?
11236's overall EMF score is 68 out of 100 (Elevated). This breaks down into an RF score of 67 (cell towers & wireless) and an ELF score of 11 (power grid). Scores range from 10 to 100 across the area, so your specific location matters.
Is 5G available in 11236?
Yes, 11236 has 139 active 5G towers. 5G uses higher-frequency RF signals and typically requires more antennas placed closer together, which can increase localized RF exposure.
How does 11236 compare to other areas in New York?
We're still calculating rankings for zip codes in New York.
Are there power lines near 11236?
11236 has 0 high-voltage transmission lines and 6 substations in the area. These contribute to ELF (extremely low frequency) exposure, which is measured separately from RF (cell tower) exposure. The ELF score for 11236 is 11 out of 100. Use the map above to see exactly where power grid infrastructure is located.