Michigan Disaster Risk
Natural disaster risk data for all 83 counties.
Avg FEMA Rating
Relatively Low
Avg Percentile
50th
Counties with Data
83
of 83 total
Highest Risk Counties
All Michigan Counties
Frequently Asked Questions
Which county in Michigan has the highest natural disaster risk?
Wayne County has the highest natural disaster risk in Michigan, rated Relatively High (99th percentile nationally), based on FEMA National Risk Index data.
Which county in Michigan is the safest from natural disasters?
Keweenaw County has the lowest natural disaster risk in Michigan, rated Very Low (1th percentile nationally), based on FEMA NRI data.
What natural disasters are most common in Michigan?
Michigan 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.