Lead Paint Risk in Ottumwa, IA

82.0%Pre-1978 Housing

9,452Pre-1978 Units

11,525Total Housing Units

HighRisk Level

How Ottumwa Compares

Ottumwa

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Iowa

62.4%!<(MISSING)/span>

National Average

50.5%!<(MISSING)/span>

What This Means for Ottumwa Residents

Ottumwa has a high concentration of pre-1978 housing (82.0%). 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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