Lead Paint Risk in Galena, MO

70.0%Pre-1978 Housing
147Pre-1978 Units
210Total Housing Units
HighRisk Level

How to Interpret This

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

Galena
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Missouri
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National Average
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What This Means for Galena Residents

Galena has a high concentration of pre-1978 housing (70.0%). 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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