Kingman County Disaster Risk
Kingman County, Kansas
FEMA Risk Rating
Very Low
National Percentile
36th
of 3,144 counties
State Rank
#36
of 105 (1 = highest risk)
Flood Risk
20th
percentile
Hazard Risk Breakdown
Flood
River, coastal, and surface flooding risk
Very Low
Higher than 20% of US counties
Wildfire
Wildland and wildland-urban interface fire risk
Moderate
Higher than 87% of US counties
Tornado
Tornado and severe thunderstorm risk
Relatively Low
Higher than 65% of US counties
Earthquake
Seismic activity and ground shaking risk
Very Low
Higher than 23% of US counties
Hurricane
Tropical cyclone and hurricane risk
Very Low
Higher than 20% of US counties
Risk Overview
About Natural Disaster Risk in Kingman County, Kansas
Kingman County Above National Average
Kingman County scores 35.56 on the composite risk scale, exceeding the national average and placing it in the Very Low category. However, this reflects significant exposure to wildfires and tornadoes that demand household preparation.
Higher Risk Than Most Kansas Counties
At 35.56, Kingman exceeds the Kansas average of 29.89, placing it in the state's higher-risk tier. The county's wildfire exposure at 86.70 approaches Jackson County levels, making it a regional hazard hotspot.
Riskiest County in Its Cluster
Kingman (35.56) significantly outperforms only Jewell (25.29) and Haskell (15.01) among western neighbors, with wildfire exposure of 86.70 that rivals Jackson County. Its tornado risk at 65.39 also exceeds most surrounding counties.
Wildfires and Tornadoes Dominate Kingman
Wildfire risk reaches 86.70 and tornado risk 65.39, making these Kansas's highest combined exposure in this sample. Both hazards demand year-round preparedness and active risk management.
Dual Preparation for Fire and Storm
Confirm your policy covers both wildfire and wind/tornado damage—Kingman experiences both at above-average rates. Maintain extensive defensible space around your home and establish a basement safe room or reinforced shelter for tornado season.
Source: FEMA National Risk Index · Narrative reviewed by Evan Brooks, Data Editor
Preparedness Guide
What to Prepare for in Kingman County
Top Hazards by Exposure
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.19.0 · Percentiles are national (3,144 counties)
Risk Advisory: Kingman County
Risk Verdict
Kingman County carries a low natural disaster risk burden, scoring at the 36th percentile under the FEMA National Risk Index. A preparedness foundation — alert registration, household communication plan, and a basic supply review — costs little and remains valuable even at Kingman County's favorable 36th percentile ranking.
Hazard Breakdown
Wildfire risk is Kingman County's dominant natural hazard, ranked at the 87th percentile nationally under FEMA's National Risk Index. Tornado ranks second at the 65th percentile nationally. Additional tracked hazards include earthquake (23th percentile), hurricane (20th percentile), flood (20th percentile).
Preparedness Context
Wildfire ranks as Kingman County's primary hazard at the 87th percentile nationally. For Kingman County households in high-WUI areas, go-bag readiness — the ability to leave within 15 minutes — is more important than shelter-in-place planning for most residential properties. The county's tornado exposure at the 65th percentile nationally complements the wildfire risk — saturating rain after burn scarring often triggers secondary flood and debris flow events. Kingman County county's local emergency management office publishes community-specific wildfire risk assessments and evacuation zone maps; households should review their zone assignment and sign up for zone-specific alerts.
Regional Context
Kingman County falls 5.7 points above Kansas's typical county risk level, which means the hazard environment here is notably more demanding than the state baseline.
Is your household prepared for Kingman 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.