Cell Towers & EMF Exposure in 11238 (Brooklyn, NY)

EMF Score
88
Very High
RF Score
88
Cell Towers & Wireless
ELF Score
10
Power Lines & Substations
0 Lower is better 100

How 11238 Compares

11238
88
NY avg
57
US avg
56

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About EMF & Cell Towers Near 11238

4068
Cell Towers
830
5G Towers
6
Transmission Lines
8
Substations
3664.9/mi²
Towers/mi²

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We're tracking 7009 cell towers, 6 transmission lines, and 8 substations near 11238. Search your address to see exactly what's nearby — and how close it is.

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  • High-voltage transmission lines
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Understanding EMF, RF & ELF

What the scores mean and how they're measured near 11238

EMF

Electromagnetic fields from cell towers and power lines. 11238's combined score: 88/100.

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RF

Radio frequency from wireless infrastructure. 11238 has 4068 cell towers (830 are 5G) → RF score: 88.

ELF

Extremely low frequency from power grid. 11238 has 6 transmission lines and 8 substations → ELF score: 10.

Reduce EMF Exposure Near 11238

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 11238 range from 35 to 100. The zip code score of 88 represents the average across sampled locations.

Cell Tower & EMF FAQ for 11238

How many cell towers are near 11238?
There are 4068 registered cell towers near 11238, of which 830 are 5G. That's a density of 3664.9/mi².
What is the EMF score for 11238?
11238's overall EMF score is 88 out of 100 (Very High). This breaks down into an RF score of 88 (cell towers & wireless) and an ELF score of 10 (power grid). Scores range from 35 to 100 across the area, so your specific location matters.
Is 5G available in 11238?
Yes, 11238 has 830 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 11238 compare to other areas in New York?
We're still calculating rankings for zip codes in New York.
Are there power lines near 11238?
11238 has 6 high-voltage transmission lines and 8 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 11238 is 10 out of 100. Use the map above to see exactly where power grid infrastructure is located.