Jefferson Davis County Disaster Risk
Jefferson Davis County, Mississippi
FEMA Risk Rating
Very Low
National Percentile
23th
of 3,144 counties
State Rank
#70
of 82 (1 = highest risk)
Flood Risk
24th
percentile
Hazard Risk Breakdown
Flood
River, coastal, and surface flooding risk
Very Low
Higher than 24% of US counties
Wildfire
Wildland and wildland-urban interface fire risk
Relatively Low
Higher than 57% of US counties
Tornado
Tornado and severe thunderstorm risk
Relatively Low
Higher than 54% of US counties
Earthquake
Seismic activity and ground shaking risk
Very Low
Higher than 38% of US counties
Hurricane
Tropical cyclone and hurricane risk
Relatively Low
Higher than 78% of US counties
Risk Overview
About Natural Disaster Risk in Jefferson Davis County, Mississippi
Jefferson Davis sits well below national risk
With a composite risk score of 23.09, Jefferson Davis County ranks as Very Low—significantly safer than the national average composite risk. The county's risk profile is shaped most heavily by hurricane exposure, which scores 78.43, though even this falls below catastrophic thresholds for inland Mississippi communities.
Among Mississippi's safest counties
Jefferson Davis ranks as one of the state's lowest-risk counties, with its 23.09 composite score well below Mississippi's average of 50.94. Only a handful of Mississippi counties maintain comparably low overall natural disaster risk profiles.
Safer than surrounding counties
Jefferson Davis County's very low risk stands in sharp contrast to neighboring Lamar County (64.98) and Lawrence County (25.00). Your county benefits from lower flood, wildfire, and tornado exposure compared to most regional peers.
Hurricane and wildfire pose the most concern
Hurricane risk scores 78.43 in Jefferson Davis, making tropical storms the county's most significant natural hazard, while wildfire risk at 56.74 remains a secondary concern. Tornado risk (53.88) and earthquake risk (38.17) are both relatively modest for the region.
Prioritize wind and flood coverage now
Even in a very low-risk county, homeowners should secure comprehensive wind coverage for hurricane season and evaluate flood insurance, particularly in mapped flood zones. Standard homeowners policies often exclude both, leaving gaps that one major storm can expose.
Source: FEMA National Risk Index · Narrative reviewed by Evan Brooks, Data Editor
Preparedness Guide
What to Prepare for in Jefferson Davis County
Top Hazards by Exposure
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.19.0 · Percentiles are national (3,144 counties)
Risk Advisory: Jefferson Davis County
Risk Verdict
At the 23th percentile nationally, Jefferson Davis County experiences relatively limited natural hazard pressure compared to most of the country. A 23th percentile score positions Jefferson Davis 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 Jefferson Davis County's dominant natural hazard, ranked at the 78th percentile nationally under FEMA's National Risk Index. Wildfire ranks second at the 57th percentile nationally. Additional tracked hazards include tornado (54th percentile), earthquake (38th percentile), flood (24th percentile).
Preparedness Context
Jefferson Davis County ranks at the 78th percentile nationally for hurricane risk. For coastal counties, wind-resistant shutters or impact-rated windows represent the highest single structural investment for reducing property damage. Wildfire, the county's second-ranked hazard at the 57th percentile nationally, represents an additional preparedness consideration for Jefferson Davis County independent of hurricane season. For extended post-storm outages common in Jefferson Davis County's hurricane zone, a portable generator (operated outdoors only) and a supply of non-perishable food for at least seven days provides meaningful household resilience.
Regional Context
A composite score 27.8 points below the Mississippi state average puts Jefferson Davis County in a better-than-typical position relative to neighboring counties.
Is your household prepared for Jefferson Davis 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.