Lead Paint Risk in Palmerton, PA

82.1%Pre-1978 Housing

2,221Pre-1978 Units

2,704Total Housing Units

HighRisk Level

How Palmerton Compares

Palmerton

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Pennsylvania

67.8%!<(MISSING)/span>

National Average

50.5%!<(MISSING)/span>

What This Means for Palmerton Residents

Palmerton has a high concentration of pre-1978 housing (82.1%). 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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