Cell Towers & EMF Exposure in 78704 (Austin, TX)

EMF Score
73
High
RF Score
69
Cell Towers & Wireless
ELF Score
36
Power Lines & Substations
0 Lower is better 100

How 78704 Compares

78704
73
TX avg
50
US avg
56

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About EMF & Cell Towers Near 78704

430
Cell Towers
138
5G Towers
26
Transmission Lines
9
Substations
49.5/mi²
Towers/mi²

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We're tracking 716 cell towers, 26 transmission lines, and 9 substations near 78704. 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 78704

EMF

Electromagnetic fields from cell towers and power lines. 78704's combined score: 73/100.

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RF

Radio frequency from wireless infrastructure. 78704 has 430 cell towers (138 are 5G) → RF score: 69.

ELF

Extremely low frequency from power grid. 78704 has 26 transmission lines and 9 substations → ELF score: 36.

Reduce EMF Exposure Near 78704

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 zip code average.

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EMF scores near 78704 range from 35 to 100. The zip code score of 73 represents the average across sampled locations.

Cell Tower & EMF FAQ for 78704

How many cell towers are near 78704?
There are 430 registered cell towers near 78704, of which 138 are 5G. That's a density of 49.5/mi².
What is the EMF score for 78704?
78704's overall EMF score is 73 out of 100 (High). This breaks down into an RF score of 69 (cell towers & wireless) and an ELF score of 36 (power grid). Scores range from 35 to 100 across the area, so your specific location matters.
Is 5G available in 78704?
Yes, 78704 has 138 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 78704 compare to other areas in Texas?
We're still calculating rankings for zip codes in Texas.
Are there power lines near 78704?
78704 has 26 high-voltage transmission lines and 9 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 78704 is 36 out of 100. Use the map above to see exactly where power grid infrastructure is located.