Lead Paint Risk in Lake Charles, LA

52.2%Pre-1978 Housing
20,949Pre-1978 Units
40,146Total Housing Units
ElevatedRisk Level

How Lake Charles Compares

Lake Charles
52.2%!<(MISSING)/span>
Louisiana
47.2%!<(MISSING)/span>
National Average
50.5%!<(MISSING)/span>

What This Means for Lake Charles Residents

Lake Charles has an elevated level of pre-1978 housing (52.2%). A significant portion of homes predate the lead paint ban. If your home was built before 1978, consider having it tested for lead paint.

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