Lead Paint Risk in Bay City, TX

55.6%Pre-1978 Housing
4,560Pre-1978 Units
8,204Total Housing Units
ElevatedRisk Level

How to Interpret This

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

Bay City
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Texas
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National Average
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What This Means for Bay City Residents

Bay City has an elevated level of pre-1978 housing (55.6%). 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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