Lead Paint Risk in Pella, IA

55.8%Pre-1978 Housing
2,357Pre-1978 Units
4,226Total Housing Units
ElevatedRisk Level

How to Interpret This

This is an area-level estimate based on Census housing-age data for Pella. It does not prove whether a specific home contains lead paint. If a home was built before 1978, certified lead inspection/testing is the reliable next step before renovation or when young children may be exposed.

How Pella Compares

Pella
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Iowa
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National Average
50.5%!<(MISSING)/span>

What This Means for Pella Residents

Pella has an elevated level of pre-1978 housing (55.8%). A significant portion of homes predate the lead paint ban. If your home was built before 1978, consider having it tested for lead paint.

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