Lead Paint Risk in Old Town, ME

70.3%Pre-1978 Housing
2,668Pre-1978 Units
3,797Total Housing Units
HighRisk Level

How to Interpret This

This is an area-level estimate based on Census housing-age data for Old Town. 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 Old Town Compares

Old Town
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Maine
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National Average
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What This Means for Old Town Residents

Old Town has a high concentration of pre-1978 housing (70.3%). Most homes in this area predate the federal lead paint ban. If you live in an older home, a professional lead paint inspection is strongly recommended — especially if young children are present.

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