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FEMA NRI 1.19.0Updated Nov 2023 · Coverage 2014–2023Methodology

Noxubee County Disaster Risk

Noxubee County, Mississippi

FEMA Risk Rating

Very Low

National Percentile

29th

of 3,144 counties

State Rank

#63

of 82 (1 = highest risk)

Flood Risk

23th

percentile

Hazard Risk Breakdown

Flood

River, coastal, and surface flooding risk

Very Low

Higher than 23% of US counties

Wildfire

Wildland and wildland-urban interface fire risk

Very Low

Higher than 19% of US counties

Tornado

Tornado and severe thunderstorm risk

Relatively Low

Higher than 63% of US counties

Earthquake

Seismic activity and ground shaking risk

Relatively Low

Higher than 68% of US counties

Hurricane

Tropical cyclone and hurricane risk

Relatively Low

Higher than 71% of US counties

Risk Overview

About Natural Disaster Risk in Noxubee County, Mississippi

Noxubee enjoys low national disaster risk

With a composite score of 29.04 and Very Low rating, Noxubee ranks significantly below typical U.S. county risk profiles. Your community faces less natural disaster exposure than most American counties.

Well below Mississippi's risk average

Noxubee's 29.04 score places it well below the state average of 50.94, making it one of Mississippi's safer counties. You live in a relatively protected corner of the state.

Safer than most surrounding counties

Noxubee (29.04) significantly outperforms Neshoba (58.27), Newton (52.45), and Oktibbeha (62.79) in overall risk profile. Only Montgomery (10.91) approaches Noxubee's level of safety among neighboring counties.

Hurricane and earthquake represent main hazards

Despite your low overall rating, hurricane (70.96) and earthquake (68.16) pose your highest individual risks. Tornado exposure at 62.88 warrants seasonal preparedness despite remaining below state averages.

Standard insurance suffices for your profile

Your Very Low risk rating means standard homeowners insurance provides adequate baseline protection for most scenarios. Consider earthquake coverage given your 68.16 score, and maintain flood insurance if you live in a designated risk zone.

Source: FEMA National Risk Index · Narrative reviewed by Evan Brooks, Data Editor

Preparedness Guide

What to Prepare for in Noxubee County

Top Hazards by Exposure

  1. #1
    HurricanePrepare
    71th percentile
  2. #2
    EarthquakePrepare
    68th percentile
  3. #3
    TornadoPrepare
    63th percentile

Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.19.0 · Percentiles are national (3,144 counties)

Local Resources

Risk Advisory: Noxubee County

Risk Verdict

Noxubee County carries a low natural disaster risk burden, scoring at the 29th percentile under the FEMA National Risk Index. Residents of Noxubee County can use the 29th percentile ranking as a baseline, while recognizing that individual properties may still lie in specific hazard zones that differ from the county average.

Hazard Breakdown

Hurricane risk is Noxubee County's dominant natural hazard, ranked at the 71th percentile nationally under FEMA's National Risk Index. Earthquake ranks second at the 68th percentile nationally. Additional tracked hazards include tornado (63th percentile), flood (23th percentile), wildfire (19th percentile).

Preparedness Context

Noxubee County's primary hazard, hurricane, ranks at the 71th 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. Earthquake at the 68th percentile nationally is Noxubee County's secondary hazard, often intensified by the same weather systems that produce hurricane conditions. The National Hurricane Center's official forecast cone and local NWS office watches and warnings are the authoritative sources for Noxubee County storm tracking; households benefit from bookmarking these before storm season rather than relying on social media during an event.

Regional Context

Compared to the Mississippi county average, Noxubee County's composite score runs 21.9 points lower — a gap that reflects the county's relatively modest hazard profile within its state context.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the natural disaster risk in Noxubee County, MS?
Noxubee County has a FEMA National Risk Index rating of Very Low, placing it in the 29th percentile nationally out of 3,144 counties. This composite score reflects the county's overall exposure to natural hazards including floods, wildfires, tornadoes, earthquakes, and hurricanes, weighted by expected annual loss and social vulnerability.
What types of natural hazards affect Noxubee County?
Noxubee County is evaluated for five major natural hazard types: hurricane (71th percentile), earthquake (68th percentile), tornado (63th percentile), flooding (23th percentile), wildfire (19th percentile). The highest-risk hazard is hurricane at the 71th percentile nationally. These scores are derived from FEMA's National Risk Index, which analyzes expected annual loss, social vulnerability, and community resilience for each hazard type.
How does Noxubee County risk compare to the Mississippi average?
Noxubee County's composite risk percentile is 29th, compared to the Mississippi state average of 51th percentile. The state's overall risk rating is Relatively Low. This means Noxubee County faces lower natural disaster risk than the typical county in Mississippi.
Is Noxubee County at risk for hurricane?
Yes, Noxubee County's hurricane risk is at the 71th percentile nationally. This is above the national median. For flooding specifically, Noxubee County is at the 23th percentile.
How is natural disaster risk measured?
FEMA's National Risk Index (NRI) calculates risk scores for 18 natural hazard types across all U.S. counties and census tracts. The composite score combines Expected Annual Loss (estimated dollar losses from each hazard), Social Vulnerability (demographic factors affecting disaster impact), and Community Resilience (ability to recover). Percentile scores rank each county against all 3,144 U.S. counties, and risk ratings range from Very Low to Very High.
Is Noxubee County a safe place to live?
Noxubee County's composite risk score of 29th percentile is below the Mississippi state average of 51th percentile, indicating relatively lower exposure to natural hazards. However, no county is completely risk-free. The primary hazard type is hurricane at the 71th percentile. Residents should still maintain emergency preparedness plans and appropriate insurance coverage.

Counties with Similar Risk

Humphreys County

Mississippi

-1.1

Very Low

28th percentile

Calhoun County

Mississippi

-1.4

Very Low

28th percentile

Walthall County

Mississippi

-3.5

Very Low

26th percentile

By Evan Brooks, Data EditorUpdated Reviewed by Evan Brooks, Data Editor

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.

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