Lead Paint Risk in Black Mountain, NC

41.9%Pre-1978 Housing
2,112Pre-1978 Units
5,046Total Housing Units
ElevatedRisk Level

How to Interpret This

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

Black Mountain
41.9%!<(MISSING)/span>
North Carolina
34.9%!<(MISSING)/span>
National Average
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What This Means for Black Mountain Residents

Black Mountain has an elevated level of pre-1978 housing (41.9%). 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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