Rush County Disaster Risk
Rush County, Kansas
FEMA Risk Rating
Very Low
National Percentile
5th
of 3,144 counties
State Rank
#96
of 105 (1 = highest risk)
Flood Risk
6th
percentile
Hazard Risk Breakdown
Flood
River, coastal, and surface flooding risk
Very Low
Higher than 6% of US counties
Wildfire
Wildland and wildland-urban interface fire risk
Very Low
Higher than 43% of US counties
Tornado
Tornado and severe thunderstorm risk
Very Low
Higher than 31% of US counties
Earthquake
Seismic activity and ground shaking risk
Very Low
Higher than 13% of US counties
Hurricane
Tropical cyclone and hurricane risk
Very Low
Higher than 0% of US counties
Risk Overview
About Natural Disaster Risk in Rush County, Kansas
Rush County ranks among safest nationally
Rush County's composite risk score of 4.96 places it in the "Very Low" category and well below the national average. This exceptional safety profile reflects minimal exposure across nearly all natural hazard categories.
Kansas's lowest-risk county
At 4.96, Rush County's composite risk score is the lowest among all Kansas counties and represents just 17% of the state average of 29.89. This makes Rush County one of the nation's safest locations for natural disaster exposure.
Significantly safer than surrounding counties
Rush County's 4.96 score is substantially lower than Russell County (12.53), Rooks County (14.34), and all other nearby counties. Its exceptional safety profile stands out across central Kansas.
Minimal hazard exposure overall
Even Rush County's highest individual risk—wildfire at 42.53—remains below-average for Kansas. Tornado (31.46) and flood (6.27) risks are both very low, creating an exceptionally safe county-wide environment.
Basic homeowner's insurance sufficient
Standard homeowner's insurance adequately protects properties in Rush County given the minimal natural disaster exposure. Focus on maintaining standard wind and hail coverage as a reasonable precaution, though catastrophic risk remains extremely low.
Source: FEMA National Risk Index · Narrative reviewed by Evan Brooks, Data Editor
Preparedness Guide
What to Prepare for in Rush County
Top Hazards by Exposure
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.19.0 · Percentiles are national (3,144 counties)
Risk Advisory: Rush County
Risk Verdict
Rush County carries a low natural disaster risk burden, scoring at the 5th percentile under the FEMA National Risk Index. A 5th percentile score positions Rush 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 Rush County's dominant natural hazard, ranked at the 43th percentile nationally under FEMA's National Risk Index. Tornado ranks second at the 31th percentile nationally. Additional tracked hazards include earthquake (13th percentile), flood (6th percentile), hurricane (0th percentile).
Preparedness Context
Wildfire ranks as Rush County's primary hazard at the 43th percentile nationally. For Rush 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. A secondary tornado exposure at the 31th percentile nationally means Rush County residents face hazards from two distinct natural peril categories during different seasons. Rush 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
Compared to the Kansas county average, Rush County's composite score runs 24.9 points lower — a gap that reflects the county's relatively modest hazard profile within its state context.
Is your household prepared for Rush 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.