Lincoln County Disaster Risk
Lincoln County, Georgia
FEMA Risk Rating
Very Low
National Percentile
6th
of 3,144 counties
State Rank
#148
of 159 (1 = highest risk)
Flood Risk
13th
percentile
Hazard Risk Breakdown
Flood
River, coastal, and surface flooding risk
Very Low
Higher than 13% of US counties
Wildfire
Wildland and wildland-urban interface fire risk
Very Low
Higher than 39% of US counties
Tornado
Tornado and severe thunderstorm risk
Very Low
Higher than 34% of US counties
Earthquake
Seismic activity and ground shaking risk
Relatively Low
Higher than 45% of US counties
Hurricane
Tropical cyclone and hurricane risk
Relatively Low
Higher than 55% of US counties
Risk Overview
About Natural Disaster Risk in Lincoln County, Georgia
Lincoln County remains among lowest-risk areas
Lincoln County scores just 5.53 on the composite risk scale, placing it in the very low risk category and well below Georgia's state average of 39.49. This score puts Lincoln among the safest counties nationally when it comes to natural disaster exposure. Residents enjoy significantly lower baseline vulnerability compared to typical U.S. counties.
Georgia's safest county for disasters
Lincoln County's composite score of 5.53 ranks it among Georgia's lowest-risk counties, dramatically below the state average of 39.49. Nearly every hazard category—from tornado risk at 33.94 to earthquake risk at 44.91—falls well below state medians. This consistent low exposure across all hazard types makes Lincoln exceptionally secure.
Safest county in its regional peer group
Lincoln County's 5.53 score is the lowest among all profiled counties, including Marion County (6.71) and Long County (8.02). Even when compared to other low-risk neighbors like Madison County (28.94) and Macon County (32.09), Lincoln stands out as having the most muted disaster exposure. The county benefits from its location and geography relative to major hazard corridors.
Limited hazards, but hurricanes warrant attention
Despite Lincoln's overall very low risk profile, hurricane risk reaches 54.53—the county's highest individual hazard score—though still modest in absolute terms. Wildfire risk at 38.96 and earthquake risk at 44.91 represent secondary concerns but remain well-contained. For a low-risk county, Lincoln's hazard portfolio is remarkably balanced and manageable.
Standard coverage provides solid protection
Lincoln County's low-risk environment means standard homeowners insurance typically provides adequate baseline coverage for most residents. However, reviewing your policy for any relevant flood or wind provisions ensures you're not caught unprepared if an unusual weather event occurs. Annual policy reviews remain prudent even in low-risk areas.
Source: FEMA National Risk Index · Narrative reviewed by Evan Brooks, Data Editor
Preparedness Guide
What to Prepare for in Lincoln County
Top Hazards by Exposure
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.19.0 · Percentiles are national (3,144 counties)
Risk Advisory: Lincoln County
Risk Verdict
Lincoln County's natural disaster risk is among the lowest in the country, with a composite score at the 6th percentile nationally. Lincoln County residents can take confidence from a 6th percentile ranking, but even lower-risk counties benefit from a practiced household communication plan and awareness of the specific hazards listed above.
Hazard Breakdown
Hurricane risk is Lincoln County's dominant natural hazard, ranked at the 55th percentile nationally under FEMA's National Risk Index. Earthquake ranks second at the 45th percentile nationally. Additional tracked hazards include wildfire (39th percentile), tornado (34th percentile), flood (13th percentile).
Preparedness Context
Hurricane risk is Lincoln County's top-ranked natural hazard at the 55th percentile nationally. The most time-sensitive preparedness step is knowing the county's evacuation zone for your address — zone maps are published by the county emergency management office. Earthquake at the 45th percentile nationally is Lincoln County's secondary hazard, often intensified by the same weather systems that produce hurricane conditions. Lincoln County's county emergency management office publishes official evacuation zone maps with zone-specific shelter locations; downloading this map and identifying your zone assignment is the single highest-value pre-season step.
Regional Context
The Georgia county average exceeds Lincoln County's score by 34.0 composite points — placing this county in the lower-risk tier relative to its in-state peers.
Is your household prepared for Lincoln 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.