Lead Paint Risk in Shady Side, MD

49.5%Pre-1978 Housing

1,136Pre-1978 Units

2,295Total Housing Units

ElevatedRisk Level

How to Interpret This

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

Shady Side

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Maryland

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National Average

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What This Means for Shady Side Residents

Shady Side has an elevated level of pre-1978 housing (49.5%). 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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