Bibb County Disaster Risk
Bibb County, Georgia
FEMA Risk Rating
Relatively Low
National Percentile
78th
of 3,144 counties
State Rank
#18
of 159 (1 = highest risk)
Flood Risk
80th
percentile
Hazard Risk Breakdown
Flood
River, coastal, and surface flooding risk
Relatively Low
Higher than 80% of US counties
Wildfire
Wildland and wildland-urban interface fire risk
Relatively Low
Higher than 73% of US counties
Tornado
Tornado and severe thunderstorm risk
Moderate
Higher than 88% of US counties
Earthquake
Seismic activity and ground shaking risk
Relatively Low
Higher than 77% of US counties
Hurricane
Tropical cyclone and hurricane risk
Moderate
Higher than 82% of US counties
Risk Overview
About Natural Disaster Risk in Bibb County, Georgia
Bibb faces significantly elevated disaster risk
Bibb County scores 78.50 on the composite risk scale, nearly double the national average and well above typical American counties. This Relatively Low rating masks above-average exposure to multiple hazard types simultaneously.
Among Georgia's highest-risk counties
Bibb's 78.50 composite score ranks it in the upper tier of Georgia counties, far exceeding the state average of 39.49. Only a handful of Georgia counties face comparably complex natural disaster profiles.
Bibb's risk outpaces nearby rural counties
Bibb (78.50) significantly exceeds Bleckley County (25.67) to the south and approaches Bulloch County (75.41) to the east. Bibb's urban center in Macon concentrates infrastructure and population in a relatively high-risk zone.
Tornadoes, flooding, and wildfire threaten daily
Bibb's tornado risk (87.66), flood risk (80.44), and wildfire risk (73.03) all exceed state averages, creating a compound hazard environment. The county's central Georgia location and Ocmulgee River proximity amplify both severe weather and water-related threats.
Flood and wind coverage are essential
Bibb County residents must obtain separate flood insurance through the National Flood Insurance Program—standard homeowners policies exclude flood damage. Additionally, verify tornado and severe wind coverage is active on your policy, as Bibb's tornado risk substantially exceeds most Georgia communities.
Source: FEMA National Risk Index · Narrative reviewed by Evan Brooks, Data Editor
Preparedness Guide
What to Prepare for in Bibb County
Top Hazards by Exposure
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.19.0 · Percentiles are national (3,144 counties)
Risk Advisory: Bibb County
Risk Verdict
With a national percentile rank of 78th, Bibb County faces below-average hazard exposure relative to U.S. counties as a whole. Proactive preparedness — not reactive response — is key to managing life in one of the country's higher-risk counties; Bibb County residents should plan accordingly.
Hazard Breakdown
Tornado risk is Bibb County's dominant natural hazard, ranked at the 88th percentile nationally under FEMA's National Risk Index. Hurricane ranks second at the 82th percentile nationally. Additional tracked hazards include flood (80th percentile), earthquake (77th percentile), wildfire (73th percentile).
Preparedness Context
At the 88th percentile nationally for tornado risk, Bibb County households benefit most from a reliable alert system — a NOAA weather radio that activates during overnight hours when residents may not be checking smartphone alerts. Alongside tornado exposure, hurricane at the 82th percentile nationally means Bibb County households face multi-hazard severe-weather seasons that benefit from a single integrated emergency plan covering both threats. For Bibb County households, a pre-decided family shelter plan — who goes where, how children are retrieved from school during a warning, and a neighborhood meet-up point if phones fail — provides real protection that no supply kit alone can replicate.
Regional Context
At 39.0 points above the Georgia state average, Bibb County carries meaningfully higher natural disaster exposure than a typical Georgia county.
Is your household prepared for Bibb 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.