Lead Paint Risk in Newark, WV
15.1%Pre-1978 Housing
28Pre-1978 Units
186Total Housing Units
LowRisk Level
How to Interpret This
This is an area-level estimate based on Census housing-age data for Newark. 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 Newark Compares
What This Means for Newark Residents
Most housing in Newark was built after 1978 (84.9% pre-ban). Area-wide lead paint risk is lower, but any home built before 1978 could still contain lead paint.
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