Stafford County Disaster Risk
Stafford County, Kansas
FEMA Risk Rating
Very Low
National Percentile
23th
of 3,144 counties
State Rank
#49
of 105 (1 = highest risk)
Flood Risk
8th
percentile
Hazard Risk Breakdown
Flood
River, coastal, and surface flooding risk
Very Low
Higher than 8% of US counties
Wildfire
Wildland and wildland-urban interface fire risk
Moderate
Higher than 81% of US counties
Tornado
Tornado and severe thunderstorm risk
Very Low
Higher than 39% of US counties
Earthquake
Seismic activity and ground shaking risk
Very Low
Higher than 18% of US counties
Hurricane
Tropical cyclone and hurricane risk
Very Low
Higher than 0% of US counties
Risk Overview
About Natural Disaster Risk in Stafford County, Kansas
Stafford presents minimal national risk profile
With a composite risk score of 23.06, Stafford County ranks below both the national average and Kansas's state mean of 29.89. Despite one notable wildfire exposure, the county overall carries low natural disaster risk.
Lower-risk county by state measure
Stafford's 23.06 score positions it safely in Kansas's lower-risk cohort, though its wildfire vulnerability distinguishes it from the absolute safest counties. The county ranks in the safer half statewide.
Wildfire risk distinguishes Stafford locally
While neighboring Pratt and Kiowa counties maintain lower wildfire scores, Stafford's 81.11 wildfire risk stands notably higher—making it a regional outlier for this specific hazard. Other risk types align with surrounding areas.
Wildfire dominates Stafford's hazard profile
Wildfire risk shoots to 81.11, making it Stafford's defining natural disaster exposure and substantially outpacing tornado (38.84) and other hazards. This concentration demands focused fire-season preparation.
Wildfire coverage deserves special attention
Review your homeowners policy specifically for fire and brush coverage given Stafford's elevated wildfire score of 81.11. Defensible space around your home and current gutters become particularly valuable protection investments here.
Source: FEMA National Risk Index · Narrative reviewed by Evan Brooks, Data Editor
Preparedness Guide
What to Prepare for in Stafford County
Top Hazards by Exposure
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.19.0 · Percentiles are national (3,144 counties)
Risk Advisory: Stafford County
Risk Verdict
Compared to the nation's 3,144 counties, Stafford County ranks at the 23th percentile for natural disaster risk — toward the safer end of the spectrum. A 23th percentile score positions Stafford 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 Stafford County's dominant natural hazard, ranked at the 81th percentile nationally under FEMA's National Risk Index. Tornado ranks second at the 39th percentile nationally. Additional tracked hazards include earthquake (18th percentile), flood (8th percentile), hurricane (0th percentile).
Preparedness Context
Stafford County sits at the 81th percentile for wildfire exposure. Signing up for Stafford County's county emergency alert system and knowing the pre-planned evacuation route before conditions deteriorate are the two highest-value preparedness actions for residents here. The county's tornado exposure at the 39th percentile nationally complements the wildfire risk — saturating rain after burn scarring often triggers secondary flood and debris flow events. In Stafford County, wildfire smoke often precedes the flame front by hours or days; households benefit from tracking EPA's AirNow.gov and having HEPA air filtration available as a first line of indoor protection when air quality alerts are issued.
Regional Context
At 6.8 points below the Kansas state average, Stafford County is among the lower-risk counties in the state for natural disaster exposure.
Is your household prepared for Stafford 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.