Lead Paint Risk in South Charleston, WV

77.5%Pre-1978 Housing

5,220Pre-1978 Units

6,733Total Housing Units

HighRisk Level

How South Charleston Compares

South Charleston

77.5%!<(MISSING)/span>

West Virginia

56.9%!<(MISSING)/span>

National Average

50.5%!<(MISSING)/span>

What This Means for South Charleston Residents

South Charleston has a high concentration of pre-1978 housing (77.5%). 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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