Lead Paint Risk in Gloucester, MA

75.4%Pre-1978 Housing

11,036Pre-1978 Units

14,630Total Housing Units

HighRisk Level

How Gloucester Compares

Gloucester

75.4%!<(MISSING)/span>

Massachusetts

68.2%!<(MISSING)/span>

National Average

50.5%!<(MISSING)/span>

What This Means for Gloucester Residents

Gloucester has a high concentration of pre-1978 housing (75.4%). 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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