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How Loud Is Jackhammer?

130 dB
Jackhammer  ·  Extreme

A pneumatic jackhammer breaking concrete — at the pain threshold.

Hearing risk: At or past the pain threshold — risk of immediate, permanent damage.
Safe exposure: under 1 second per day (NIOSH).

⏱️ Safe Listening Time

How Jackhammer compares

Thunder120 dB
Ambulance Siren120 dB
Balloon Pop125 dB
Jackhammer130 dB
Race Car130 dB
Threshold of Pain130 dB
Jet Engine at Takeoff140 dB

FAQ

How many decibels is jackhammer?

Jackhammer is about 130 dB — a extreme level. At or past the pain threshold — risk of immediate, permanent damage.

Is jackhammer dangerous to your hearing?

At about 130 dB, safe exposure is roughly under 1 second per day before hearing damage risk rises. Limit time or wear protection.

How long can I safely be exposed to 130 dB?

About under 1 second per day, based on NIOSH guidance (85 dB limit, 3 dB exchange rate).

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Decibel values are typical dBA approximations and vary with distance, model and environment. Informational only — not medical advice.