Lead Paint Risk in Detroit, MI

90.1%Pre-1978 Housing

293,730Pre-1978 Units

326,065Total Housing Units

HighRisk Level

How Detroit Compares

Detroit

90.1%!<(MISSING)/span>

Michigan

62.5%!<(MISSING)/span>

National Average

50.5%!<(MISSING)/span>

What This Means for Detroit Residents

Detroit has a high concentration of pre-1978 housing (90.1%). 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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