Noise Pollution Calculator

Calculate noise exposure levels, permissible exposure time, and health risks from noise pollution.

Noise Exposure

20 dB70 dB140 dB

Distance Calculation

Wall: 10-20 dB, Window: 20-30 dB

Noise Level Comparison

Whisper30 dB
Library40 dB
Normal conversation60 dB
Vacuum cleaner70 dB
City traffic80 dB
Lawn mower90 dB
Motorcycle100 dB
Rock concert110 dB
Jet takeoff130 dB

Risk Level

Moderate
Prolonged exposure may cause damage

Permissible Exposure Time

>24 hrs
OSHA Limit (90 dB)
Dose: 6%
>24 hrs
NIOSH Limit (85 dB)
Dose: 3%

Distance Attenuation

70.0 dB
Level at 10m from 90 dB source
Attenuation: 20.0 dB

Health Impact Risks (Chronic Exposure)

Hearing Loss0% risk
Tinnitus0% risk
Stress Response15% risk
Sleep Disturbance50% risk
Cardiovascular0% risk

Environment Standards

85 dB
Daytime Limit
85 dB
Nighttime Limit

Sound Intensity

At 70 dB, sound is 10x more intense than normal conversation (60 dB).