Lead Paint Risk in San Mateo, CA

72.0%Pre-1978 Housing

30,546Pre-1978 Units

42,431Total Housing Units

HighRisk Level

How San Mateo Compares

San Mateo

72.0%!<(MISSING)/span>

California

56.7%!<(MISSING)/span>

National Average

50.5%!<(MISSING)/span>

What This Means for San Mateo Residents

San Mateo has a high concentration of pre-1978 housing (72.0%). Most homes in this area predate the federal lead paint ban. If you live in an older home, a professional lead paint inspection is strongly recommended — especially if young children are present.

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