Perry County Disaster Risk
Perry County, Alabama
FEMA Risk Rating
Very Low
National Percentile
19th
of 3,144 counties
State Rank
#66
of 67 (1 = highest risk)
Flood Risk
22th
percentile
Hazard Risk Breakdown
Flood
River, coastal, and surface flooding risk
Very Low
Higher than 22% of US counties
Wildfire
Wildland and wildland-urban interface fire risk
Very Low
Higher than 23% of US counties
Tornado
Tornado and severe thunderstorm risk
Relatively Low
Higher than 54% of US counties
Earthquake
Seismic activity and ground shaking risk
Relatively Low
Higher than 61% of US counties
Hurricane
Tropical cyclone and hurricane risk
Relatively Low
Higher than 69% of US counties
Risk Overview
About Natural Disaster Risk in Perry County, Alabama
Perry County ranks among safest nationally
Perry County's composite risk score of just 18.83 earns a 'Very Low' rating and stands dramatically below Alabama's state average of 61.54. This places Perry among the lowest-risk counties in the United States across multiple hazard types.
Lowest-risk county in Alabama
Perry County ranks as Alabama's safest county by composite disaster risk, with an 18.83 score that sits 43 points below the state average. Only Randolph County (30.60) approaches Perry's exceptionally low risk profile.
Safest in its region by far
Perry County's 18.83 score is roughly one-third the risk of neighboring Pickens (44.69) and Pike (43.99) counties, and less than one-half of Montgomery's 91.83. Perry stands out as an oasis of low hazard exposure in its part of the state.
Risks remain minimal across the board
Even Perry's highest risk category—hurricane (69.30)—falls below state average, while flood (22.46), wildfire (23.16), and tornado (53.66) risks all rank as low. Earthquake risk at 61.10 is the only score approaching state-level benchmarks.
Standard homeowner coverage should suffice
Perry County's very low composite risk means a standard homeowner insurance policy typically provides adequate protection for most residents. Annual policy reviews and maintaining good home maintenance practices will keep you well-protected against the county's minimal natural disaster exposure.
Source: FEMA National Risk Index · Narrative reviewed by Evan Brooks, Data Editor
Preparedness Guide
What to Prepare for in Perry County
Top Hazards by Exposure
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.19.0 · Percentiles are national (3,144 counties)
Risk Advisory: Perry County
Risk Verdict
Natural disaster exposure in Perry County is lower than roughly three-quarters of U.S. counties, with a composite score at the 19th percentile. A 19th percentile score positions Perry County among the nation's lower-risk counties, a genuinely favorable outcome — one that simple, low-cost preparedness habits can reinforce further.
Hazard Breakdown
Hurricane risk is Perry County's dominant natural hazard, ranked at the 69th percentile nationally under FEMA's National Risk Index. Earthquake ranks second at the 61th percentile nationally. Additional tracked hazards include tornado (54th percentile), wildfire (23th percentile), flood (22th percentile).
Preparedness Context
At the 69th percentile nationally for hurricane risk, Perry County is in a zone where flood insurance matters beyond the primary wind risk: NFIP flood insurance requires a 30-day waiting period before taking effect, making off-season enrollment the correct timing. Perry County's earthquake exposure at the 61th percentile nationally adds a hazard layer that can persist or intensify after hurricane-force winds have passed, particularly in low-lying inland areas. For Perry County households, the hurricane preparedness calendar matters: flood insurance has a 30-day waiting period, wind-hardening retrofits take weeks to schedule, and evacuation route scouting is best done before a storm watch is issued.
Regional Context
Perry County is 42.7 composite risk points below the Alabama state mean, meaning most other Alabama counties face higher natural hazard exposure.
Is your household prepared for Perry County's hazards?
Review FEMA's county-specific preparedness checklists and emergency planning guides.
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Data Source
Risk data sourced from the FEMA National Risk Index (NRI). Risk scores are relative rankings (0–100) across all US counties — not absolute risk measures. Higher scores indicate higher relative risk compared to other counties.
Disclaimer: This data is informational only. It is not financial, insurance, or legal advice. Always consult a qualified professional before making insurance or real estate decisions.