Lead Paint Risk in Galax, VA

75.5%Pre-1978 Housing

2,425Pre-1978 Units

3,213Total Housing Units

HighRisk Level

How Galax Compares

Galax

75.5%!<(MISSING)/span>

Virginia

44.2%!<(MISSING)/span>

National Average

50.5%!<(MISSING)/span>

What This Means for Galax Residents

Galax has a high concentration of pre-1978 housing (75.5%). 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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