Hodgeman County Disaster Risk
Hodgeman County, Kansas
FEMA Risk Rating
Very Low
National Percentile
6th
of 3,144 counties
State Rank
#95
of 105 (1 = highest risk)
Flood Risk
4th
percentile
Hazard Risk Breakdown
Flood
River, coastal, and surface flooding risk
Very Low
Higher than 4% of US counties
Wildfire
Wildland and wildland-urban interface fire risk
Relatively Low
Higher than 46% of US counties
Tornado
Tornado and severe thunderstorm risk
Very Low
Higher than 26% of US counties
Earthquake
Seismic activity and ground shaking risk
Very Low
Higher than 8% of US counties
Risk Overview
About Natural Disaster Risk in Hodgeman County, Kansas
Hodgeman: Kansas's Lowest-Risk County
Hodgeman County's composite risk score of 5.95 ranks among the nation's safest places, dropping well below the national average. Residents enjoy exceptional natural disaster protection, though wildfire remains a notable regional concern.
Bottom of Kansas Risk Rankings
Hodgeman's 5.95 score is the lowest in our Kansas sample and significantly trails the state average of 29.89. This exceptional safety profile makes it one of the state's most resilient counties for disaster risk.
Safest County in Its Region
Hodgeman (5.95) outperforms all surrounding counties including Kearny (8.37), Haskell (15.01), and Kingman (35.56). Its combination of lower tornado activity and reduced flood exposure creates a notably safer regional pocket.
Wildfire Dominates Hodgeman's Hazard Profile
Wildfire risk reaches 45.61, by far the county's leading hazard and well above the state pattern. Tornado risk at 25.54 and flood risk at 4.33 remain secondary concerns, leaving vegetation management the priority.
Prioritize Wildfire Insurance and Prevention
Homeowners should confirm wildfire coverage is included in property insurance, as standard policies sometimes exclude or limit it. Create at least 30 feet of defensible space around structures and keep roofs and gutters clear of dead vegetation.
Source: FEMA National Risk Index · Narrative reviewed by Evan Brooks, Data Editor
Preparedness Guide
What to Prepare for in Hodgeman County
Top Hazards by Exposure
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.19.0 · Percentiles are national (3,144 counties)
Risk Advisory: Hodgeman County
Risk Verdict
Hodgeman County's natural disaster risk is among the lowest in the country, with a composite score at the 6th percentile nationally. Residents of Hodgeman County can use the 6th 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 Hodgeman County's dominant natural hazard, ranked at the 46th percentile nationally under FEMA's National Risk Index. Tornado ranks second at the 26th percentile nationally. Additional tracked hazards include earthquake (8th percentile), flood (4th percentile).
Preparedness Context
Wildfire is Hodgeman County's top-ranked natural hazard at the 46th percentile nationally. Hodgeman County residents should assess whether their property lies within or adjacent to a Wildland-Urban Interface (WUI) zone, where ember transport and rapid spread pose the highest risk. The county's tornado exposure at the 26th percentile nationally complements the wildfire risk — saturating rain after burn scarring often triggers secondary flood and debris flow events. For Hodgeman County households, a practiced evacuation plan — with a primary and backup route designated before a fire occurs — provides more protection than any structural improvement when a wildfire approaches fast-moving terrain.
Regional Context
The Kansas county average exceeds Hodgeman County's score by 23.9 composite points — placing this county in the lower-risk tier relative to its in-state peers.
Is your household prepared for Hodgeman 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.