Lead Paint Risk in Raleigh, NC

24.2%Pre-1978 Housing
52,845Pre-1978 Units
218,200Total Housing Units
ModerateRisk Level

How to Interpret This

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

Raleigh
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North Carolina
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National Average
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What This Means for Raleigh Residents

Raleigh has a moderate mix of housing ages (24.2% pre-1978). While area-wide risk is moderate, individual older homes may still contain lead paint. Check your home's build year.

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