Lead Paint Risk in Meridian, MS

70.6%Pre-1978 Housing

12,617Pre-1978 Units

17,873Total Housing Units

HighRisk Level

How Meridian Compares

Meridian

70.6%!<(MISSING)/span>

Mississippi

42.3%!<(MISSING)/span>

National Average

50.5%!<(MISSING)/span>

What This Means for Meridian Residents

Meridian has a high concentration of pre-1978 housing (70.6%). 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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