Humphreys County Disaster Risk
Humphreys County, Mississippi
FEMA Risk Rating
Very Low
National Percentile
28th
of 3,144 counties
State Rank
#64
of 82 (1 = highest risk)
Flood Risk
22th
percentile
Hazard Risk Breakdown
Flood
River, coastal, and surface flooding risk
Very Low
Higher than 22% of US counties
Wildfire
Wildland and wildland-urban interface fire risk
Very Low
Higher than 12% of US counties
Tornado
Tornado and severe thunderstorm risk
Relatively Low
Higher than 51% of US counties
Earthquake
Seismic activity and ground shaking risk
Relatively Low
Higher than 64% of US counties
Hurricane
Tropical cyclone and hurricane risk
Relatively Low
Higher than 66% of US counties
Risk Overview
About Natural Disaster Risk in Humphreys County, Mississippi
Humphreys County ranks among safest nationally
With a composite risk score of just 27.93, Humphreys County rates as very low nationally—roughly 45% below Mississippi's state average of 50.94. This makes the county one of the safer communities in the nation for natural disaster exposure.
Mississippi's lowest-risk county
Humphreys County boasts the lowest composite risk score in Mississippi, significantly safer than the state average and far below high-risk counties like Hinds and Jackson. Residents face substantially lower natural hazard exposure than typical Mississippians.
Safest Delta community by far
Humphreys County's score of 27.93 makes it considerably safer than neighboring Issaquena County (7.98) in hazard diversity, though Issaquena ranks even lower overall. Both counties represent the Delta's safest communities, with Humphreys offering more balanced exposure across hazard types.
Tornado risk outpaces other threats
Tornado risk of 50.80 represents Humphreys County's most significant hazard, though well below the state average for this threat. Flood (22.49) and wildfire (12.40) risks remain minimal, making tornadoes the primary preparedness focus for county residents.
Don't skip insurance despite low risk
Humphreys County's favorable risk profile should not encourage complacency—tornado risk still demands a safety plan, and flood insurance protects the small vulnerable population. Even low-risk counties benefit from basic coverage and an emergency action plan.
Source: FEMA National Risk Index · Narrative reviewed by Evan Brooks, Data Editor
Preparedness Guide
What to Prepare for in Humphreys County
Top Hazards by Exposure
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.19.0 · Percentiles are national (3,144 counties)
Risk Advisory: Humphreys County
Risk Verdict
Compared to the nation's 3,144 counties, Humphreys County ranks at the 28th percentile for natural disaster risk — toward the safer end of the spectrum. Even at the 28th percentile, Humphreys County's composite score reflects real hazard exposure categories — knowing which ones apply locally enables targeted, efficient household preparedness.
Hazard Breakdown
Hurricane risk is Humphreys County's dominant natural hazard, ranked at the 66th percentile nationally under FEMA's National Risk Index. Earthquake ranks second at the 64th percentile nationally. Additional tracked hazards include tornado (51th percentile), flood (22th percentile), wildfire (12th percentile).
Preparedness Context
With hurricane ranked at the 66th percentile nationally, Humphreys County sits in a zone where multi-day supply readiness matters: grid outages after landfalling storms can last one to three weeks in heavily affected areas. Earthquake, the county's second-ranked hazard at the 64th percentile nationally, represents an additional preparedness consideration for Humphreys County independent of hurricane season. Insurance gaps are the most common post-hurricane financial shock: standard homeowners policies typically exclude flood damage and may have a separate wind deductible. Humphreys County households benefit from a pre-season insurance review confirming both wind and flood coverage.
Regional Context
At 23.0 points below the Mississippi state average, Humphreys County is among the lower-risk counties in the state for natural disaster exposure.
Is your household prepared for Humphreys County'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.