Lead Paint Risk in St. Louis, MO

85.9%Pre-1978 Housing

149,389Pre-1978 Units

173,920Total Housing Units

HighRisk Level

How St. Louis Compares

St. Louis

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Missouri

53.3%!<(MISSING)/span>

National Average

50.5%!<(MISSING)/span>

What This Means for St. Louis Residents

St. Louis has a high concentration of pre-1978 housing (85.9%). 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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