Lincoln County Disaster Risk
Lincoln County, Kansas
FEMA Risk Rating
Very Low
National Percentile
14th
of 3,144 counties
State Rank
#78
of 105 (1 = highest risk)
Flood Risk
16th
percentile
Hazard Risk Breakdown
Flood
River, coastal, and surface flooding risk
Very Low
Higher than 16% 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
Very Low
Higher than 36% of US counties
Earthquake
Seismic activity and ground shaking risk
Very Low
Higher than 11% of US counties
Hurricane
Tropical cyclone and hurricane risk
Very Low
Higher than 0% of US counties
Risk Overview
About Natural Disaster Risk in Lincoln County, Kansas
Lincoln ranks well below national risk
Lincoln County's composite risk score of 13.52 places it in the Very Low category, substantially below the national average. Residents here face minimal natural disaster exposure compared to most Americans.
Kansas's safer counties
Lincoln County's score of 13.52 is less than half the Kansas state average of 29.89, placing it among the state's lowest-risk counties. Only a few Kansas counties match Lincoln's exceptional safety profile.
Safer than Lyon, comparable to Logan
Lincoln's risk score is considerably lower than neighboring Lyon County (47.65), though slightly higher than Logan County (7.38). Lincoln remains a relatively safe area within the central Kansas plains.
Wildfire and tornado as main concerns
Wildfire risk scores 59.32 in Lincoln County, making it the leading hazard despite the county's overall low composite score. Tornado risk at 36.32 represents a secondary but manageable threat.
Ensure wildfire protection included
Lincoln County homeowners should confirm their insurance covers wildfire damage, given the county's elevated wildfire risk score. Standard policies often exclude this hazard, so consider adding a wildfire rider to ensure adequate protection.
Source: FEMA National Risk Index · Narrative reviewed by Evan Brooks, Data Editor
Preparedness Guide
What to Prepare for in Lincoln County
Top Hazards by Exposure
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.19.0 · Percentiles are national (3,144 counties)
Risk Advisory: Lincoln County
Risk Verdict
Lincoln County sits in the lower tier of U.S. counties for natural disaster exposure, ranked at the 14th percentile nationally. A 14th percentile score positions Lincoln County among the nation's lower-risk counties, a genuinely favorable outcome — one that simple, low-cost preparedness habits can reinforce further.
Hazard Breakdown
Wildfire risk is Lincoln County's dominant natural hazard, ranked at the 59th percentile nationally under FEMA's National Risk Index. Tornado ranks second at the 36th percentile nationally. Additional tracked hazards include flood (16th percentile), earthquake (11th percentile), hurricane (0th percentile).
Preparedness Context
At the 59th percentile nationally for wildfire risk, Lincoln 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 36th percentile nationally means Lincoln 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 Lincoln County residents.
Regional Context
Lincoln County falls 16.4 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 Lincoln 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.