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FEMA NRI 1.19.0Updated Nov 2023 · Coverage 2014–2023Methodology

Miller County Disaster Risk

Miller County, Georgia

FEMA Risk Rating

Very Low

National Percentile

21th

of 3,144 counties

State Rank

#105

of 159 (1 = highest risk)

Flood Risk

17th

percentile

Hazard Risk Breakdown

Flood

River, coastal, and surface flooding risk

Very Low

Higher than 17% of US counties

Wildfire

Wildland and wildland-urban interface fire risk

Very Low

Higher than 36% of US counties

Tornado

Tornado and severe thunderstorm risk

Very Low

Higher than 39% of US counties

Earthquake

Seismic activity and ground shaking risk

Very Low

Higher than 28% of US counties

Hurricane

Tropical cyclone and hurricane risk

Moderate

Higher than 83% of US counties

Risk Overview

About Natural Disaster Risk in Miller County, Georgia

Miller's risk profile is exceptionally low

Miller County scores 20.80 on the composite risk scale, earning a Very Low rating and placing it well below the national average. Your county ranks among America's safest communities for natural disaster exposure.

Among Georgia's lowest-risk counties

Miller's composite score of 20.80 represents less than half of Georgia's state average of 39.49. This rural southwest Georgia county sits firmly in the state's safest tier overall.

Similar to surrounding rural counties

Miller County (20.80) clusters with Meriwether (19.21), Monroe (18.70), and Morgan (19.37) in Georgia's safest group. These inland, rural counties share comparable low-threat profiles across all major hazards.

Hurricane and wildfire risks elevated most

Hurricane risk (82.94) stands remarkably high for an inland county, though flood risk (17.49) remains your lowest concern. Tornado (39.31) and wildfire (36.04) risks round out a profile unusual for its inland location but still low overall.

Standard coverage with flood awareness

Homeowners insurance provides solid protection for Miller County's modest tornado and weather risks, though the elevated hurricane risk score warrants confirming wind coverage. Flood insurance is advisable only if your property sits in a designated flood zone.

Source: FEMA National Risk Index · Narrative reviewed by Evan Brooks, Data Editor

Preparedness Guide

What to Prepare for in Miller County

Top Hazards by Exposure

  1. #1
    HurricanePrepare
    83th percentile
  2. #2
    TornadoPrepare
    39th percentile
  3. #3
    WildfirePrepare
    36th percentile

Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.19.0 · Percentiles are national (3,144 counties)

Local Resources

Risk Advisory: Miller County

Risk Verdict

Natural disaster exposure in Miller County is lower than roughly three-quarters of U.S. counties, with a composite score at the 21th percentile. Miller County residents can take confidence from a 21th 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 Miller County's dominant natural hazard, ranked at the 83th percentile nationally under FEMA's National Risk Index. Tornado ranks second at the 39th percentile nationally. Additional tracked hazards include wildfire (36th percentile), earthquake (28th percentile), flood (17th percentile).

Preparedness Context

At the 83th percentile nationally for hurricane risk, Miller 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. Miller County's tornado exposure at the 39th percentile nationally adds a hazard layer that can persist or intensify after hurricane-force winds have passed, particularly in low-lying inland areas. For Miller 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

Miller County is 18.7 composite risk points below the Georgia state mean, meaning most other Georgia counties face higher natural hazard exposure.

Is your household prepared for Miller County's hazards?

Review FEMA's county-specific preparedness checklists and emergency planning guides.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the natural disaster risk in Miller County, GA?
Miller County has a FEMA National Risk Index rating of Very Low, placing it in the 21th 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 Miller County?
Miller County is evaluated for five major natural hazard types: hurricane (83th percentile), tornado (39th percentile), wildfire (36th percentile), earthquake (28th percentile), flooding (17th percentile). The highest-risk hazard is hurricane at the 83th 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 Miller County risk compare to the Georgia average?
Miller County's composite risk percentile is 21th, compared to the Georgia state average of 40th percentile. The state's overall risk rating is Very Low. This means Miller County faces lower natural disaster risk than the typical county in Georgia.
Is Miller County at risk for hurricane?
Yes, Miller County's hurricane risk is at the 83th percentile nationally. This places it in the top quartile for this hazard type. For flooding specifically, Miller County is at the 17th 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.
Is Miller County a safe place to live?
Miller County's composite risk score of 21th percentile is below the Georgia state average of 40th percentile, indicating relatively lower exposure to natural hazards. However, no county is completely risk-free. The primary hazard type is hurricane at the 83th percentile. Residents should still maintain emergency preparedness plans and appropriate insurance coverage.

Counties with Similar Risk

Harris County

Georgia

-0.0

Very Low

21th percentile

Clinch County

Georgia

-0.1

Very Low

21th percentile

Bacon County

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-0.2

Very Low

21th percentile

By Evan Brooks, Data EditorUpdated Reviewed by Evan Brooks, 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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