Leavenworth County Disaster Risk
Leavenworth County, Kansas
FEMA Risk Rating
Relatively Low
National Percentile
66th
of 3,144 counties
State Rank
#11
of 105 (1 = highest risk)
Flood Risk
62th
percentile
Hazard Risk Breakdown
Flood
River, coastal, and surface flooding risk
Relatively Low
Higher than 62% of US counties
Wildfire
Wildland and wildland-urban interface fire risk
Relatively Low
Higher than 59% of US counties
Tornado
Tornado and severe thunderstorm risk
Moderate
Higher than 87% of US counties
Earthquake
Seismic activity and ground shaking risk
Very Low
Higher than 35% of US counties
Hurricane
Tropical cyclone and hurricane risk
Very Low
Higher than 0% of US counties
Risk Overview
About Natural Disaster Risk in Leavenworth County, Kansas
Leavenworth faces elevated national risk
Leavenworth County's composite risk score of 66.35 places it in the Relatively Low category but exceeds the national average, indicating above-average exposure to natural disasters. This eastern Kansas county confronts more hazard threats than most American counties.
Among Kansas's highest-risk counties
Leavenworth's score of 66.35 is more than double the Kansas state average of 29.89, ranking it among the state's riskiest counties. The county's proximity to the Kansas City metro area contributes to its elevated hazard profile.
Comparable risk to Labette, peers
Leavenworth's risk score nearly matches Labette County (66.19), and both significantly exceed neighboring Johnson County's risk level. Leavenworth's location in northeast Kansas creates a unique hazard concentration.
Tornadoes and floods lead threats
Tornado risk dominates at 86.51, the highest in the state region, paired with substantial flood risk of 61.83 from Missouri River influences. Wildfire risk at 59.00 adds a third significant hazard to Leavenworth's natural disaster profile.
Obtain flood and wind coverage now
Leavenworth homeowners must secure flood insurance as a separate rider, especially those near rivers or in flood-prone zones. Verify your policy explicitly covers tornado and severe wind damage, given the county's exceptionally high tornado risk.
Source: FEMA National Risk Index · Narrative reviewed by Evan Brooks, Data Editor
Preparedness Guide
What to Prepare for in Leavenworth County
Top Hazards by Exposure
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.19.0 · Percentiles are national (3,144 counties)
Risk Advisory: Leavenworth County
Risk Verdict
Leavenworth County sits below the national average for natural disaster exposure, ranking at the 66th percentile across all U.S. counties. Understanding the specific hazards behind Leavenworth County's ranking helps residents prioritize where to direct emergency planning efforts.
Hazard Breakdown
Tornado risk is Leavenworth County's dominant natural hazard, ranked at the 87th percentile nationally under FEMA's National Risk Index. Flood ranks second at the 62th percentile nationally. Additional tracked hazards include wildfire (59th percentile), earthquake (35th percentile), hurricane (0th percentile).
Preparedness Context
Ranked at the 87th percentile nationally for tornado risk, Leavenworth County is in a zone where storm shelters have the highest per-dollar protective value of any mitigation investment. Leavenworth County's county shelter map is typically available through the local emergency management office. The secondary flood hazard at the 62th percentile nationally adds seasonal complexity to Leavenworth County's preparedness calendar, since flood and tornado risk often peak at different points in the year. Leavenworth County residents can check the county's emergency management website for community shelter locations nearest their address — a step worth completing now, not during a warning.
Regional Context
A composite score 36.5 points above the Kansas state average puts Leavenworth County in a higher-risk category than most counties in the state.
Is your household prepared for Leavenworth 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.