Maine Disaster Risk
Natural disaster risk data for all 16 counties.
Avg FEMA Rating
Relatively Low
Avg Percentile
57th
Counties with Data
16
of 16 total
Highest Risk Counties
All Maine Counties
| County | Percentile |
|---|---|
| York County | 81th |
| Aroostook County | 80th |
| Penobscot County | 78th |
| Cumberland County | 77th |
| Kennebec County | 75th |
| Somerset County | 68th |
| Oxford County | 66th |
| Androscoggin County | 59th |
| Hancock County | 55th |
| Piscataquis County | 52th |
| Washington County | 48th |
| Franklin County | 44th |
| Waldo County | 41th |
| Lincoln County | 32th |
| Knox County | 29th |
| Sagadahoc County | 23th |
Frequently Asked Questions
Which county in Maine has the highest natural disaster risk?
York County has the highest natural disaster risk in Maine, rated Relatively Moderate (81th percentile nationally), based on FEMA National Risk Index data.
Which county in Maine is the safest from natural disasters?
Sagadahoc County has the lowest natural disaster risk in Maine, rated Very Low (23th percentile nationally), based on FEMA NRI data.
What natural disasters are most common in Maine?
Maine counties face varying levels of risk from floods, wildfires, tornadoes, earthquakes, and hurricanes. The FEMA National Risk Index scores each county across 18 hazard types. See individual county pages for detailed hazard breakdowns.
How is natural disaster risk measured by county?
The FEMA National Risk Index (NRI) measures natural disaster risk using expected annual loss, social vulnerability, and community resilience. Scores are normalized nationally, with ratings from Very Low to Very High across 18 natural hazard types.
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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.