Lead Paint Risk in Cape May, NJ

70.9%Pre-1978 Housing

2,763Pre-1978 Units

3,898Total Housing Units

HighRisk Level

How Cape May Compares

Cape May

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New Jersey

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National Average

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What This Means for Cape May Residents

Cape May has a high concentration of pre-1978 housing (70.9%). 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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