(Sacramento, CA) — According to the American Lung Association, Sacramento is one of the top 10 most polluted cities in the United States concerning ozone and particle pollution. The 2024 State of the Air report assesses air quality nationwide, grading cities and counties based on pollution levels.

The Los Angeles-Long Beach metro area topped the list for high ozone days, while Bakersfield led in year-round and short-term particle pollution.