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FEMA National Risk Index

Baldwin County Disaster Risk

Baldwin County, Georgia

FEMA Risk Rating

Relatively Low

National Percentile

50th

of 3,144 counties

State Rank

#60

of 159 (1 = highest risk)

Flood Risk

63th

percentile

Hazard Risk Breakdown

Flood

River, coastal, and surface flooding risk

Relatively Low

Higher than 63% of US counties

Wildfire

Wildland and wildland-urban interface fire risk

Relatively Low

Higher than 67% of US counties

Tornado

Tornado and severe thunderstorm risk

Relatively Low

Higher than 52% of US counties

Earthquake

Seismic activity and ground shaking risk

Relatively Low

Higher than 73% of US counties

Hurricane

Tropical cyclone and hurricane risk

Relatively Low

Higher than 68% of US counties

Risk Advisory: Baldwin County

Risk Verdict

Baldwin County shows a relatively low overall disaster risk profile, scoring in the 50th percentile nationally. The county faces moderate hazard exposure relative to other U.S. counties. Standard emergency preparedness is recommended, with attention to the specific hazards that dominate locally.

Hazard Breakdown

Earthquake risk is the dominant hazard for Baldwin County, scoring in the 73th percentile nationally. It is followed by hurricane risk at the 68th percentile. Additional hazards include wildfire (67th), flood (63th), tornado (52th).

Preparedness Context

With earthquake risk as the top concern, Baldwin County residents should secure heavy furniture and appliances, know how to shut off utilities, and keep emergency supplies accessible. Secondary risks such as hurricane also warrant attention in household and community preparedness planning. FEMA recommends all households maintain at least 72 hours of food, water, and medication supplies regardless of specific hazard exposure.

Regional Context

Baldwin County is significantly riskier than the average county in Georgia. Its composite risk score is 10.5 points higher than the state average, meaning residents face above-average exposure to natural hazards compared to their neighbors.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the natural disaster risk in Baldwin County, GA?
Baldwin County has a FEMA National Risk Index rating of Relatively Low, placing it in the 50th percentile nationally out of 3,144 counties. This composite score reflects the county's overall exposure to natural hazards including floods, wildfires, tornadoes, earthquakes, and hurricanes, weighted by expected annual loss and social vulnerability.
What types of natural hazards affect Baldwin County?
Baldwin County is evaluated for five major natural hazard types: earthquake (73th percentile), hurricane (68th percentile), wildfire (67th percentile), flooding (63th percentile), tornado (52th percentile). The highest-risk hazard is earthquake at the 73th percentile nationally. These scores are derived from FEMA's National Risk Index, which analyzes expected annual loss, social vulnerability, and community resilience for each hazard type.
How does Baldwin County risk compare to the Georgia average?
Baldwin County's composite risk percentile is 50th, compared to the Georgia state average of 40th percentile. The state's overall risk rating is Very Low. This means Baldwin County faces higher natural disaster risk than the typical county in Georgia.
Is Baldwin County at risk for earthquake?
Yes, Baldwin County's earthquake risk is at the 73th percentile nationally. This is above the national median. For flooding specifically, Baldwin County is at the 63th percentile.
How is natural disaster risk measured?
FEMA's National Risk Index (NRI) calculates risk scores for 18 natural hazard types across all U.S. counties and census tracts. The composite score combines Expected Annual Loss (estimated dollar losses from each hazard), Social Vulnerability (demographic factors affecting disaster impact), and Community Resilience (ability to recover). Percentile scores rank each county against all 3,144 U.S. counties, and risk ratings range from Very Low to Very High.
Why is Baldwin County higher risk than average?
Baldwin County's composite risk score of 50th percentile is above the Georgia state average of 40th percentile. This elevated risk is driven by earthquake exposure (73th percentile), along with hurricane and wildfire and flooding and tornado risk. Geographic location, terrain, climate patterns, and proximity to flood zones or fault lines all influence a county's risk profile.

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By Logan Johnson, Founder & Data EditorUpdated Reviewed by Logan Johnson, Founder & Data Editor

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.

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