Gove County Disaster Risk
Gove County, Kansas
FEMA Risk Rating
Very Low
National Percentile
5th
of 3,144 counties
State Rank
#98
of 105 (1 = highest risk)
Flood Risk
5th
percentile
Hazard Risk Breakdown
Flood
River, coastal, and surface flooding risk
Very Low
Higher than 5% 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 24% of US counties
Earthquake
Seismic activity and ground shaking risk
Very Low
Higher than 6% of US counties
Risk Overview
About Natural Disaster Risk in Gove County, Kansas
Gove County is among America's safest
With a composite risk score of just 4.77, Gove County earns a Very Low rating and ranks among the lowest-risk counties in the entire United States. The county's hazard exposure is roughly 85% below the national average.
Kansas's safest county for disasters
At 4.77, Gove County's score ranks far below Kansas's state average of 29.89—by a factor of six. It represents one of the state's most geographically protected areas from natural disaster threats.
Dramatically safer than surrounding counties
Gove County's risk profile is notably lower than all neighboring counties including Logan, Wallace, and Trego, reflecting its distinctive geographic advantages. The county's northwestern plains location provides exceptional natural protection.
Minimal hazard exposure across all types
Wildfire risk scores just 39.25 and tornado risk reaches 24.27—Gove County's most significant (though still quite modest) threats. Flooding at 5.22 and earthquakes at 6.08 are negligible, making overall disaster risk exceptionally low.
Standard insurance provides ample protection
Gove County residents benefit from minimal natural disaster risk, making basic homeowners insurance adequate for most protection needs. The county's exceptional safety profile means residents can focus resources on other priorities.
Source: FEMA National Risk Index · Narrative reviewed by Evan Brooks, Data Editor
Preparedness Guide
What to Prepare for in Gove County
Top Hazards by Exposure
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.19.0 · Percentiles are national (3,144 counties)
Risk Advisory: Gove County
Risk Verdict
Gove County sits in the lower tier of U.S. counties for natural disaster exposure, ranked at the 5th percentile nationally. Residents of Gove County can use the 5th 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
Wildfire risk is Gove County's dominant natural hazard, ranked at the 39th percentile nationally under FEMA's National Risk Index. Tornado ranks second at the 24th percentile nationally. Additional tracked hazards include earthquake (6th percentile), flood (5th percentile).
Preparedness Context
At the 39th percentile nationally for wildfire risk, Gove County households benefit from creating defensible space — a buffer of reduced vegetation around structures — and reviewing whether homeowners insurance covers wildfire damage in this region. A secondary tornado exposure at the 24th percentile nationally means Gove County residents face hazards from two distinct natural peril categories during different seasons. Enrolling in the county's wireless emergency alert system and keeping a vehicle at least half-full during peak fire season are low-cost habits that dramatically reduce evacuation lag time for Gove County residents.
Regional Context
Gove County falls 25.1 points below Kansas's typical county risk level, making it one of the safer natural-hazard environments in the state.
Is your household prepared for Gove County's hazards?
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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.