Lead Paint Risk in Paterson, NJ

79.3%Pre-1978 Housing

41,634Pre-1978 Units

52,532Total Housing Units

HighRisk Level

How Paterson Compares

Paterson

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New Jersey

63.6%!<(MISSING)/span>

National Average

50.5%!<(MISSING)/span>

What This Means for Paterson Residents

Paterson has a high concentration of pre-1978 housing (79.3%). 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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