Henry County Disaster Risk
Henry County, Kentucky
FEMA Risk Rating
Very Low
National Percentile
16th
of 3,144 counties
State Rank
#107
of 120 (1 = highest risk)
Flood Risk
27th
percentile
Hazard Risk Breakdown
Flood
River, coastal, and surface flooding risk
Very Low
Higher than 27% of US counties
Wildfire
Wildland and wildland-urban interface fire risk
Very Low
Higher than 6% of US counties
Tornado
Tornado and severe thunderstorm risk
Relatively Low
Higher than 50% of US counties
Earthquake
Seismic activity and ground shaking risk
Relatively Low
Higher than 43% of US counties
Hurricane
Tropical cyclone and hurricane risk
Very Low
Higher than 10% of US counties
Risk Overview
About Natural Disaster Risk in Henry County, Kentucky
Henry County is Kentucky's safest
Henry County's composite risk score of 15.74 is the lowest in this analysis and less than half Kentucky's state average of 44.21. The county ranks among the nation's lowest-risk regions for natural disasters.
Top tier for natural disaster safety
Henry County's Very Low rating places it at the very top of Kentucky's 120 counties for disaster risk protection. Residents face the lowest multi-hazard exposure in the commonwealth.
Exceptionally safer than region
Henry County's 15.74 score dramatically outperforms all nearby counties, including Harrison (33.78), Hart (41.13), and Hickman (35.81). The disparity reflects unusually low exposure across all five major hazard types.
Minimal hazards across the board
Tornado risk (50.16) represents Henry County's highest single hazard, still well below state norms. All other perils—earthquakes, floods, and wildfire—score substantially below Kentucky averages.
Standard homeowners insurance suffices
Henry County's exceptional safety profile means standard homeowners coverage typically provides adequate protection for most residents. However, those in rare flood-prone areas should verify coverage and those wanting earthquake protection should ask their agent about endorsements.
Source: FEMA National Risk Index · Narrative reviewed by Evan Brooks, Data Editor
Preparedness Guide
What to Prepare for in Henry County
Top Hazards by Exposure
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.19.0 · Percentiles are national (3,144 counties)
Risk Advisory: Henry County
Risk Verdict
Henry County carries a low natural disaster risk burden, scoring at the 16th percentile under the FEMA National Risk Index. Residents of Henry County can use the 16th percentile ranking as a baseline, while recognizing that individual properties may still lie in specific hazard zones that differ from the county average.
Hazard Breakdown
Tornado risk is Henry County's dominant natural hazard, ranked at the 50th percentile nationally under FEMA's National Risk Index. Earthquake ranks second at the 43th percentile nationally. Additional tracked hazards include flood (27th percentile), hurricane (10th percentile), wildfire (6th percentile).
Preparedness Context
Henry County's primary hazard, tornado, ranks at the 50th percentile nationally. In Henry County, mobile homes and manufactured housing face significantly higher tornado risk than site-built structures; residents in these homes should identify the nearest permanent community shelter in advance. Alongside tornado exposure, earthquake at the 43th percentile nationally means Henry County households face multi-hazard severe-weather seasons that benefit from a single integrated emergency plan covering both threats. The highest-risk window for tornado fatalities is overnight, when Henry County residents may be asleep. A NOAA weather radio with overnight alert capability is the single most impactful low-cost preparedness step available to Henry County households.
Regional Context
Compared to the Kentucky county average, Henry County's composite score runs 28.5 points lower — a gap that reflects the county's relatively modest hazard profile within its state context.
Is your household prepared for Henry 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.