Concordia Parish Disaster Risk
Concordia Parish, Louisiana
FEMA Risk Rating
Very Low
National Percentile
32th
of 3,144 counties
State Rank
#53
of 64 (1 = highest risk)
Flood Risk
23th
percentile
Hazard Risk Breakdown
Flood
River, coastal, and surface flooding risk
Very Low
Higher than 23% of US counties
Wildfire
Wildland and wildland-urban interface fire risk
Very Low
Higher than 11% of US counties
Tornado
Tornado and severe thunderstorm risk
Relatively Low
Higher than 49% of US counties
Earthquake
Seismic activity and ground shaking risk
Relatively Low
Higher than 50% of US counties
Hurricane
Tropical cyclone and hurricane risk
Relatively Low
Higher than 77% of US counties
Risk Overview
About Natural Disaster Risk in Concordia Parish, Louisiana
Concordia ranks among America's lowest-risk parishes
Concordia Parish's composite risk score of 31.55 places it among the nation's safest counties with a Very Low rating. This score reflects minimal exposure across most hazard categories, with hurricane risk (77.39) being the only moderate threat. Nationally, Concordia represents one of the most disaster-resilient parishes in the United States.
Concordia's risk is half Louisiana's state average
At 31.55, Concordia's composite risk score is 49% lower than Louisiana's state average of 62.37. Concordia ranks among the state's lowest-risk parishes, substantially outpacing most Louisiana peers. This exceptional safety profile reflects Concordia's inland location and minimal hazard exposure across most disaster types.
Concordia among region's safer parishes
Concordia's 31.55 score is higher than Catahoula Parish (17.02) but substantially lower than Caddo Parish (92.62) and Calcasieu Parish (95.71). Within its immediate region, Concordia presents a favorable risk profile, offering residents considerably lower disaster exposure than western neighbors. This makes Concordia one of Louisiana's more resilient areas.
Hurricane risk Concordia's seasonal primary threat
Concordia's hurricane risk reaches 77.39—its most significant hazard, though the parish remains inland and benefits from reduced coastal storm surge. Tornado risk (49.14) and earthquake risk (49.65) present minor to moderate threats, while flood risk (22.84) remains well-controlled. Seasonal hurricane preparedness addresses Concordia's primary disaster exposure.
Standard insurance sufficient for most Concordia homes
Concordia's very low composite risk means standard homeowners insurance typically provides adequate protection for most properties. However, consider flood insurance for properties near rivers or in low-lying areas, though Concordia's overall flood risk (22.84) is among Louisiana's lowest. Seasonal hurricane preparedness and basic emergency supplies round out reasonable protection for this low-risk parish.
Source: FEMA National Risk Index · Narrative reviewed by Evan Brooks, Data Editor
Preparedness Guide
What to Prepare for in Concordia Parish
Top Hazards by Exposure
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.19.0 · Percentiles are national (3,144 counties)
Risk Advisory: Concordia Parish
Risk Verdict
Concordia Parish's natural disaster risk is among the lowest in the country, with a composite score at the 32th percentile nationally. At the 32th percentile nationally, Concordia Parish's natural hazard profile is comparatively favorable — community resilience is reinforced when individual households maintain a reviewed emergency plan.
Hazard Breakdown
Hurricane risk is Concordia Parish's dominant natural hazard, ranked at the 77th percentile nationally under FEMA's National Risk Index. Earthquake ranks second at the 50th percentile nationally. Additional tracked hazards include tornado (49th percentile), flood (23th percentile), wildfire (11th percentile).
Preparedness Context
Hurricane risk is Concordia Parish's top-ranked natural hazard at the 77th percentile nationally. The most time-sensitive preparedness step is knowing the county's evacuation zone for your address — zone maps are published by the county emergency management office. Earthquake, the county's second-ranked hazard at the 50th percentile nationally, represents an additional preparedness consideration for Concordia Parish independent of hurricane season. Concordia Parish's county emergency management office publishes official evacuation zone maps with zone-specific shelter locations; downloading this map and identifying your zone assignment is the single highest-value pre-season step.
Regional Context
The Louisiana county average exceeds Concordia Parish's score by 30.8 composite points — placing this county in the lower-risk tier relative to its in-state peers.
Is your household prepared for Concordia Parish's hazards?
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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.