Lead Paint Risk in Wise, VA

52.0%Pre-1978 Housing
769Pre-1978 Units
1,478Total Housing Units
ElevatedRisk Level

How to Interpret This

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

Wise
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Virginia
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National Average
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What This Means for Wise Residents

Wise has an elevated level of pre-1978 housing (52.0%). 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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