Greene County Disaster Risk
Greene County, Mississippi
FEMA Risk Rating
Very Low
National Percentile
42th
of 3,144 counties
State Rank
#53
of 82 (1 = highest risk)
Flood Risk
38th
percentile
Hazard Risk Breakdown
Flood
River, coastal, and surface flooding risk
Very Low
Higher than 38% of US counties
Wildfire
Wildland and wildland-urban interface fire risk
Relatively Low
Higher than 73% of US counties
Tornado
Tornado and severe thunderstorm risk
Relatively Low
Higher than 57% of US counties
Earthquake
Seismic activity and ground shaking risk
Very Low
Higher than 31% of US counties
Hurricane
Tropical cyclone and hurricane risk
Moderate
Higher than 87% of US counties
Risk Overview
About Natural Disaster Risk in Greene County, Mississippi
Greene County has low disaster risk overall
Greene County's composite risk score of 42.18 and very low rating place it well below the national average for natural hazard exposure. The county enjoys substantially reduced vulnerability across most major disaster types.
Below Mississippi's average risk level
At 42.18, Greene County scores below Mississippi's state average of 50.94, positioning it among the safer counties statewide. Residents experience meaningfully lower disaster exposure than the typical Mississippi county.
Safer than most surrounding counties
Greene County's 42.18 score exceeds only Franklin County's 17.33 in the immediate region but significantly trails Forrest County's 78.05 and George County's 57.95. The county occupies a safer zone compared to its neighbors.
Hurricane and wildfire pose modest risks
Greene County's highest-risk hazard is hurricane at 87.48, followed by wildfire at 73.28, both elevated but manageable threats. Flood, tornado, and earthquake risks all score well below state averages, limiting overall exposure.
Standard coverage with hurricane focus
Greene County's low-risk profile means standard homeowners insurance provides solid baseline protection for most residents. Prioritize wind coverage given hurricane exposure, and periodically review policy limits to match current property values.
Source: FEMA National Risk Index · Narrative reviewed by Evan Brooks, Data Editor
Preparedness Guide
What to Prepare for in Greene County
Top Hazards by Exposure
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.19.0 · Percentiles are national (3,144 counties)
Risk Advisory: Greene County
Risk Verdict
Natural disaster exposure in Greene County is lower than roughly three-quarters of U.S. counties, with a composite score at the 42th percentile. Greene County residents can take confidence from a 42th percentile ranking, but even lower-risk counties benefit from a practiced household communication plan and awareness of the specific hazards listed above.
Hazard Breakdown
Hurricane risk is Greene County's dominant natural hazard, ranked at the 87th percentile nationally under FEMA's National Risk Index. Wildfire ranks second at the 73th percentile nationally. Additional tracked hazards include tornado (57th percentile), flood (38th percentile), earthquake (31th percentile).
Preparedness Context
At the 87th percentile nationally for hurricane risk, Greene County is in a zone where flood insurance matters beyond the primary wind risk: NFIP flood insurance requires a 30-day waiting period before taking effect, making off-season enrollment the correct timing. Wildfire, the county's second-ranked hazard at the 73th percentile nationally, represents an additional preparedness consideration for Greene County independent of hurricane season. For Greene County households, the hurricane preparedness calendar matters: flood insurance has a 30-day waiting period, wind-hardening retrofits take weeks to schedule, and evacuation route scouting is best done before a storm watch is issued.
Regional Context
Greene County is 8.8 composite risk points below the Mississippi state mean, meaning most other Mississippi counties face higher natural hazard exposure.
Is your household prepared for Greene 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.