Lead Paint Risk in Elsmere, DE

89.7%Pre-1978 Housing
2,150Pre-1978 Units
2,396Total Housing Units
HighRisk Level

How Elsmere Compares

Elsmere
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Delaware
42.7%!<(MISSING)/span>
National Average
50.5%!<(MISSING)/span>

What This Means for Elsmere Residents

Elsmere has a high concentration of pre-1978 housing (89.7%). 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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