Huntington County Disaster Risk
Huntington County, Indiana
FEMA Risk Rating
Very Low
National Percentile
38th
of 3,144 counties
State Rank
#56
of 92 (1 = highest risk)
Flood Risk
48th
percentile
Hazard Risk Breakdown
Flood
River, coastal, and surface flooding risk
Relatively Low
Higher than 48% of US counties
Wildfire
Wildland and wildland-urban interface fire risk
Very Low
Higher than 10% of US counties
Tornado
Tornado and severe thunderstorm risk
Relatively Low
Higher than 68% of US counties
Earthquake
Seismic activity and ground shaking risk
Relatively Low
Higher than 51% of US counties
Hurricane
Tropical cyclone and hurricane risk
Very Low
Higher than 30% of US counties
Risk Overview
About Natural Disaster Risk in Huntington County, Indiana
Huntington County: Indiana's safest zones
Huntington County's composite risk score of 38.23 places it firmly in the very low category, well below Indiana's 45.52 average and among the safest counties nationally. Residents here enjoy substantially lower natural disaster exposure than most Americans.
Lowest-risk county in the state
Huntington County ranks among Indiana's very safest counties for natural disaster risk, placing it in the bottom quartile of all 92 state counties. Only a handful of Indiana counties offer comparable protection from major natural hazards.
Safer than most surrounding counties
Huntington County's 38.23 risk score significantly underperforms Howard County (63.68) and Henry County (44.82) to the south and west. This makes Huntington one of the safest pockets in north-central Indiana.
Tornadoes the main concern here
Tornado risk reaches 67.91 in Huntington County, the dominant hazard despite being below state averages for that risk type. Earthquake risk (50.70) and flood risk (48.31) remain elevated locally, though wildfire risk (9.61) stays negligible.
Standard coverage meets local needs
Huntington County residents should maintain homeowners insurance with wind and hail protection for tornado safety, the county's primary concern. While earthquake coverage is optional given the moderate 50.70 score, flood insurance through NFIP provides essential backup protection.
Source: FEMA National Risk Index · Narrative reviewed by Evan Brooks, Data Editor
Preparedness Guide
What to Prepare for in Huntington County
Top Hazards by Exposure
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.19.0 · Percentiles are national (3,144 counties)
Risk Advisory: Huntington County
Risk Verdict
At the 38th percentile nationally, Huntington County experiences relatively limited natural hazard pressure compared to most of the country. At the 38th percentile nationally, Huntington County's natural hazard profile is comparatively favorable — community resilience is reinforced when individual households maintain a reviewed emergency plan.
Hazard Breakdown
Tornado risk is Huntington County's dominant natural hazard, ranked at the 68th percentile nationally under FEMA's National Risk Index. Earthquake ranks second at the 51th percentile nationally. Additional tracked hazards include flood (48th percentile), hurricane (30th percentile), wildfire (10th percentile).
Preparedness Context
Huntington County ranks at the 68th percentile nationally for tornado exposure. Unlike many slow-onset hazards, tornadoes in Huntington County can reach full intensity in minutes; a pre-practiced household shelter plan matters far more than stockpiled supplies. The secondary earthquake hazard at the 51th percentile nationally adds seasonal complexity to Huntington County's preparedness calendar, since earthquake and tornado risk often peak at different points in the year. Huntington County county emergency management typically publishes annual severe-weather preparedness guides tailored to local tornado patterns; households benefit from reviewing these before storm season begins each spring.
Regional Context
A composite score 7.3 points below the Indiana state average puts Huntington County in a better-than-typical position relative to neighboring counties.
Is your household prepared for Huntington 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.