Lead Paint Risk in Petal, MS

60.7%Pre-1978 Housing

2,600Pre-1978 Units

4,282Total Housing Units

HighRisk Level

How Petal Compares

Petal

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Mississippi

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National Average

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What This Means for Petal Residents

Petal has a high concentration of pre-1978 housing (60.7%). 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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