Hunting season is on in Minnesota. The sound level of a rifle is above 150 dBA. That means that noise-induced hearing loss can happen within seconds. Even if you only shoot once a year, you can cause permanent damage. That can actually lead to dementia and marital strife (not being able to hear a spouse).
All of your noise exposures add up. Using power tools, shooting, driving a motorcycle, going to sporting events, and occupational noises can add up to permanent damage. Hearing protection helps, but it needs to be worn correctly and the benefit of hearing protection is limited. It’s better to eliminate or reduce the noise instead.
There are more options for quieter tools now. Air compressors are as quiet as 70 dBA. Compressed air guns that have reduced noise levels are available. Yes, quieter tools may be more expensive up front, but in the long run when you consider the costs of hearing loss, they will be less expensive.