Amite County Disaster Risk
Amite County, Mississippi
FEMA Risk Rating
Relatively Low
National Percentile
48th
of 3,144 counties
State Rank
#47
of 82 (1 = highest risk)
Flood Risk
46th
percentile
Hazard Risk Breakdown
Flood
River, coastal, and surface flooding risk
Relatively Low
Higher than 46% of US counties
Wildfire
Wildland and wildland-urban interface fire risk
Relatively Low
Higher than 61% of US counties
Tornado
Tornado and severe thunderstorm risk
Relatively Low
Higher than 67% of US counties
Earthquake
Seismic activity and ground shaking risk
Very Low
Higher than 34% of US counties
Hurricane
Tropical cyclone and hurricane risk
Moderate
Higher than 86% of US counties
Risk Overview
About Natural Disaster Risk in Amite County, Mississippi
Amite County just below national average risk
Amite County scores 48.22 on the composite risk scale, landing in the relatively low risk category and slightly below the national average. This moderate profile masks significant risk concentration in specific hazards like hurricanes and wildfires.
Lower-risk county within Mississippi
Amite County's 48.22 score sits below Mississippi's 50.94 state average, placing it in the safer half of the state's counties. Still, this relatively favorable position doesn't eliminate meaningful exposure to Gulf-driven hurricanes and seasonal storms.
Similar risk to Pike and Wilkinson counties
Amite County's 48.22 score closely mirrors neighboring Pike County, both occupying the safer tier of southwest Mississippi. However, all three counties in this region face elevated hurricane risk due to proximity to the Gulf Coast.
Hurricanes and wildfires pose acute threats
Hurricane risk dominates at 86.27—among the highest in Mississippi due to coastal exposure—while wildfire risk reaches 61.16, reflecting the county's timber resources and seasonal fire seasons. Tornado risk of 67.14 adds a third seasonal threat during spring months.
Hurricane coverage is non-negotiable
With a hurricane risk score of 86.27, wind and storm surge coverage must be prioritized in your homeowners policy. Additionally, separate wildfire insurance or coverage riders make sense given the 61.16 wildfire risk score in this timber-rich county.
Source: FEMA National Risk Index · Narrative reviewed by Evan Brooks, Data Editor
Preparedness Guide
What to Prepare for in Amite County
Top Hazards by Exposure
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.19.0 · Percentiles are national (3,144 counties)
Risk Advisory: Amite County
Risk Verdict
At the 48th percentile nationally, Amite County experiences a manageable level of natural hazard risk that falls below the U.S. median. A 48th percentile score positions Amite County among the nation's lower-risk counties, a genuinely favorable outcome — one that simple, low-cost preparedness habits can reinforce further.
Hazard Breakdown
Hurricane risk is Amite County's dominant natural hazard, ranked at the 86th percentile nationally under FEMA's National Risk Index. Tornado ranks second at the 67th percentile nationally. Additional tracked hazards include wildfire (61th percentile), flood (46th percentile), earthquake (34th percentile).
Preparedness Context
Amite County's primary hazard, hurricane, ranks at the 86th percentile nationally. Having a designated out-of-area contact, a pre-packed go-bag with medications and documents, and a confirmed evacuation route reduces decision-making load when a storm intensifies rapidly. Tornado, the county's second-ranked hazard at the 67th percentile nationally, represents an additional preparedness consideration for Amite County independent of hurricane season. The National Hurricane Center's official forecast cone and local NWS office watches and warnings are the authoritative sources for Amite County storm tracking; households benefit from bookmarking these before storm season rather than relying on social media during an event.
Regional Context
At 2.7 points from the Mississippi county mean, Amite County's overall disaster risk profile is close to typical for this state, with no dramatic deviation in either direction.
Is your household prepared for Amite 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.