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

Randolph County Disaster Risk

Randolph County, Georgia

FEMA Risk Rating

Very Low

National Percentile

17th

of 3,144 counties

State Rank

#116

of 159 (1 = highest risk)

Flood Risk

10th

percentile

Hazard Risk Breakdown

Flood

River, coastal, and surface flooding risk

Very Low

Higher than 10% of US counties

Wildfire

Wildland and wildland-urban interface fire risk

Very Low

Higher than 38% of US counties

Tornado

Tornado and severe thunderstorm risk

Relatively Low

Higher than 50% of US counties

Earthquake

Seismic activity and ground shaking risk

Very Low

Higher than 33% of US counties

Hurricane

Tropical cyclone and hurricane risk

Relatively Low

Higher than 76% of US counties

Risk Overview

About Natural Disaster Risk in Randolph County, Georgia

Randolph County's Low Risk

Randolph County's composite risk score of 17.18 places it in the Very Low category nationally, sitting well below the U.S. average for multi-hazard exposure. The county's geography provides natural protection against most disaster types.

Well Below Georgia Average

Randolph County's 17.18 score runs less than half of Georgia's 39.49 average, positioning it among the state's safest counties. The county's west-central location buffers it from multiple high-hazard zones.

Randolph Among County's Safest

Randolph County (17.18) maintains lower risk than nearby Putnam (53.31) and Rabun (45.29), comparable to Pulaski (18.16), and better than Polk (64.06). Its position in western Georgia limits exposure to coastal storms and high-mountain hazards.

Hurricane and Tornado Concerns

Randolph County's primary hazards are hurricane risk (76.10) and tornado risk (50.25), despite the county's low overall composite score. These represent the only risk categories exceeding 50, while flood (9.80) and earthquake (33.21) risks remain minimal.

Focus on Wind and Storm Coverage

Homeowners should ensure hurricane and tornado coverage in their policies, given Randolph County's elevated scores in these categories (76.10 and 50.25 respectively). Verify that your homeowners policy includes adequate wind and hail protection, and consider a separate umbrella policy for additional liability coverage.

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

Preparedness Guide

What to Prepare for in Randolph County

Top Hazards by Exposure

  1. #1
    HurricanePrepare
    76th percentile
  2. #2
    TornadoPrepare
    50th percentile
  3. #3
    WildfirePrepare
    38th percentile

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

Local Resources

Risk Advisory: Randolph County

Risk Verdict

Natural disaster exposure in Randolph County is lower than roughly three-quarters of U.S. counties, with a composite score at the 17th percentile. Residents of Randolph County can use the 17th percentile ranking as a baseline, while recognizing that individual properties may still lie in specific hazard zones that differ from the county average.

Hazard Breakdown

Hurricane risk is Randolph County's dominant natural hazard, ranked at the 76th percentile nationally under FEMA's National Risk Index. Tornado ranks second at the 50th percentile nationally. Additional tracked hazards include wildfire (38th percentile), earthquake (33th percentile), flood (10th percentile).

Preparedness Context

At the 76th percentile nationally for hurricane risk, Randolph 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. Randolph County's tornado exposure at the 50th percentile nationally adds a hazard layer that can persist or intensify after hurricane-force winds have passed, particularly in low-lying inland areas. For Randolph 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

Randolph County is 22.3 composite risk points below the Georgia state mean, meaning most other Georgia counties face higher natural hazard exposure.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the natural disaster risk in Randolph County, GA?
Randolph County has a FEMA National Risk Index rating of Very Low, placing it in the 17th 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 Randolph County?
Randolph County is evaluated for five major natural hazard types: hurricane (76th percentile), tornado (50th percentile), wildfire (38th percentile), earthquake (33th percentile), flooding (10th percentile). The highest-risk hazard is hurricane at the 76th 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 Randolph County risk compare to the Georgia average?
Randolph County's composite risk percentile is 17th, compared to the Georgia state average of 40th percentile. The state's overall risk rating is Very Low. This means Randolph County faces lower natural disaster risk than the typical county in Georgia.
Is Randolph County at risk for hurricane?
Yes, Randolph County's hurricane risk is at the 76th percentile nationally. This places it in the top quartile for this hazard type. For flooding specifically, Randolph County is at the 10th 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 Randolph County a safe place to live?
Randolph County's composite risk score of 17th 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 76th percentile. Residents should still maintain emergency preparedness plans and appropriate insurance coverage.

Counties with Similar Risk

Upson County

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-0.0

Very Low

17th percentile

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-0.6

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17th percentile

Terrell County

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-0.6

Very Low

17th 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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