Lead Paint Risk in Evanston, IL

77.0%Pre-1978 Housing

26,126Pre-1978 Units

33,914Total Housing Units

HighRisk Level

How Evanston Compares

Evanston

77.0%!<(MISSING)/span>

Illinois

64.1%!<(MISSING)/span>

National Average

50.5%!<(MISSING)/span>

What This Means for Evanston Residents

Evanston has a high concentration of pre-1978 housing (77.0%). 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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