Lead Paint Risk in Suffolk, VA

33.8%Pre-1978 Housing
13,392Pre-1978 Units
39,651Total Housing Units
ModerateRisk Level

How to Interpret This

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

Suffolk
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Virginia
44.2%!<(MISSING)/span>
National Average
50.5%!<(MISSING)/span>

What This Means for Suffolk Residents

Suffolk has a moderate mix of housing ages (33.8% 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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