Lead Paint Risk in Wheaton, MD

73.1%Pre-1978 Housing

12,505Pre-1978 Units

17,105Total Housing Units

HighRisk Level

How Wheaton Compares

Wheaton

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Maryland

51.6%!<(MISSING)/span>

National Average

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What This Means for Wheaton Residents

Wheaton has a high concentration of pre-1978 housing (73.1%). 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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