Lead Paint Risk in El Rito, NM

47.8%Pre-1978 Housing
249Pre-1978 Units
521Total Housing Units
ElevatedRisk Level

How to Interpret This

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

El Rito
47.8%!<(MISSING)/span>
New Mexico
43.6%!<(MISSING)/span>
National Average
50.5%!<(MISSING)/span>

What This Means for El Rito Residents

El Rito has an elevated level of pre-1978 housing (47.8%). 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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