Stevens County Disaster Risk
Stevens County, Kansas
FEMA Risk Rating
Very Low
National Percentile
40th
of 3,144 counties
State Rank
#30
of 105 (1 = highest risk)
Flood Risk
5th
percentile
Hazard Risk Breakdown
Flood
River, coastal, and surface flooding risk
Very Low
Higher than 5% of US counties
Wildfire
Wildland and wildland-urban interface fire risk
Relatively Low
Higher than 75% of US counties
Tornado
Tornado and severe thunderstorm risk
Very Low
Higher than 41% of US counties
Earthquake
Seismic activity and ground shaking risk
Very Low
Higher than 29% of US counties
Risk Overview
About Natural Disaster Risk in Stevens County, Kansas
Stevens leans toward low national risk
Stevens County's composite risk score of 40.04 slightly exceeds Kansas's state average of 29.89 but remains below many U.S. counties, earning a very low risk rating. Most residents face manageable natural disaster exposure.
Mid-range county within Kansas
At 40.04, Stevens County ranks in the middle tier of Kansas counties—safer than a few peers but less secure than most of the state. Wildfire and tornado vulnerabilities distinguish it locally.
Slightly elevated risk compared to neighbors
While adjacent Grant and Seward counties maintain lower composite scores, Stevens's 40.04 represents a notable step up in overall exposure. Wildfire and earthquake risks drive this distinction.
Wildfire and tornado require attention
Wildfire risk reaches 74.59 and tornado risk 41.03—Stevens's two major exposures that significantly outpace other hazards. Earthquake risk also runs higher here at 28.69 compared to neighboring counties.
Confirm wildfire and wind coverage
With wildfire at 74.59 and tornado at 41.03, Stevens County residents should verify robust fire and wind/hail coverage in their homeowners policies. Defensible space around structures offers additional wildfire protection.
Source: FEMA National Risk Index · Narrative reviewed by Evan Brooks, Data Editor
Preparedness Guide
What to Prepare for in Stevens County
Top Hazards by Exposure
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.19.0 · Percentiles are national (3,144 counties)
Risk Advisory: Stevens County
Risk Verdict
Stevens County sits in the lower tier of U.S. counties for natural disaster exposure, ranked at the 40th percentile nationally. At the 40th percentile nationally, Stevens County's natural hazard profile is comparatively favorable — community resilience is reinforced when individual households maintain a reviewed emergency plan.
Hazard Breakdown
Wildfire risk is Stevens County's dominant natural hazard, ranked at the 75th percentile nationally under FEMA's National Risk Index. Tornado ranks second at the 41th percentile nationally. Additional tracked hazards include earthquake (29th percentile), flood (5th percentile).
Preparedness Context
At the 75th percentile nationally for wildfire risk, Stevens 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 41th percentile nationally means Stevens 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 Stevens County residents.
Regional Context
At 10.2 points above the Kansas state average, Stevens County carries meaningfully higher natural disaster exposure than a typical Kansas county.
Is your household prepared for Stevens County's hazards?
Review FEMA's county-specific preparedness checklists and emergency planning guides.
Frequently Asked Questions
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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.