Andrew County Disaster Risk
Andrew County, Missouri
FEMA Risk Rating
Very Low
National Percentile
22th
of 3,144 counties
State Rank
#98
of 115 (1 = highest risk)
Flood Risk
25th
percentile
Hazard Risk Breakdown
Flood
River, coastal, and surface flooding risk
Very Low
Higher than 25% of US counties
Wildfire
Wildland and wildland-urban interface fire risk
Relatively Low
Higher than 50% of US counties
Tornado
Tornado and severe thunderstorm risk
Relatively Low
Higher than 65% of US counties
Earthquake
Seismic activity and ground shaking risk
Very Low
Higher than 16% of US counties
Hurricane
Tropical cyclone and hurricane risk
Very Low
Higher than 0% of US counties
Risk Overview
About Natural Disaster Risk in Andrew County, Missouri
Andrew ranks among America's safest
Andrew County's composite risk score of 22.14 places it firmly in the Very Low category, significantly below Missouri's average of 50.56. This low exposure means Andrew residents face far less natural disaster risk than the typical American county.
One of Missouri's lowest-risk counties
Andrew County ranks near the bottom of Missouri's natural disaster risk scale, making it one of the state's safest places to live. Only a few counties statewide maintain lower composite risk scores.
Safer than surrounding areas
Andrew County's 22.14 score substantially underperforms neighboring Adair County (28.72) and significantly outpaces riskier regions like Barry County (75.06). Your county benefits from geographic positioning that minimizes exposure to multiple hazard types.
Tornado risk exceeds other threats
Tornadoes present the clearest hazard in Andrew County with a risk score of 65.49, though this remains moderate compared to other regions. Wildfire exposure (50.16) ranks second, while earthquake and flood risks are minimal—hurricane risk is essentially zero.
Tornado coverage should be your priority
Add windstorm and hail coverage to your homeowners policy to protect against Andrew County's primary natural disaster threat. Maintain a basement shelter or interior room stocked with emergency supplies and keep weather alerts active during severe season.
Source: FEMA National Risk Index · Narrative reviewed by Evan Brooks, Data Editor
Preparedness Guide
What to Prepare for in Andrew County
Top Hazards by Exposure
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.19.0 · Percentiles are national (3,144 counties)
Risk Advisory: Andrew County
Risk Verdict
At the 22th percentile nationally, Andrew County experiences relatively limited natural hazard pressure compared to most of the country. Residents of Andrew County can use the 22th 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
Tornado risk is Andrew County's dominant natural hazard, ranked at the 65th percentile nationally under FEMA's National Risk Index. Wildfire ranks second at the 50th percentile nationally. Additional tracked hazards include flood (25th percentile), earthquake (16th percentile), hurricane (0th percentile).
Preparedness Context
Andrew County ranks at the 65th percentile nationally for tornado exposure. Unlike many slow-onset hazards, tornadoes in Andrew County can reach full intensity in minutes; a pre-practiced household shelter plan matters far more than stockpiled supplies. Wildfire is the second hazard driver for Andrew County at the 50th percentile nationally, meaning households should maintain awareness of both severe-weather and wildfire-specific warning systems. Andrew County county emergency management typically publishes annual severe-weather preparedness guides tailored to local tornado patterns; households benefit from reviewing these before storm season begins each spring.
Regional Context
A composite score 28.4 points below the Missouri state average puts Andrew County in a better-than-typical position relative to neighboring counties.
Is your household prepared for Andrew County's hazards?
Review FEMA's county-specific preparedness checklists and emergency planning guides.
Frequently Asked Questions
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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.