Perkins County Disaster Risk
Perkins County, Nebraska
FEMA Risk Rating
Very Low
National Percentile
4th
of 3,144 counties
State Rank
#73
of 93 (1 = highest risk)
Flood Risk
2th
percentile
Hazard Risk Breakdown
Flood
River, coastal, and surface flooding risk
Very Low
Higher than 2% of US counties
Wildfire
Wildland and wildland-urban interface fire risk
Very Low
Higher than 17% of US counties
Tornado
Tornado and severe thunderstorm risk
Very Low
Higher than 20% of US counties
Earthquake
Seismic activity and ground shaking risk
Very Low
Higher than 9% of US counties
Risk Overview
About Natural Disaster Risk in Perkins County, Nebraska
Perkins County's exceptional low-risk profile
Perkins County's composite risk score of 4.36 places it firmly in the Very Low category, performing far better than the national average. This minimal exposure means residents face dramatically fewer natural disaster threats than typical American communities.
Among Nebraska's safest counties
Perkins County scores 4.36, well below Nebraska's state average of 25.80 and among the state's lowest-risk counties overall. This favorable position reflects balanced, minimal hazard exposure across all major disaster types.
Notably safer than surrounding counties
Perkins County's 4.36 score ranks among the very safest in the region, with only Pawnee County (3.85) presenting lower composite risk nearby. Most neighboring counties score between 14 and 40, making Perkins an exceptionally protected area.
Wildfire and tornado pose minor threats
Wildfire risk scores 17.21 and tornado risk scores 19.72, making these the county's primary concerns, though both remain relatively low. Earthquake (8.68), flood (2.26), and hurricane risks are all minimal.
Standard homeowners insurance should suffice
Given Perkins County's exceptional low-risk profile, a standard homeowners insurance policy should adequately protect your property against the region's modest tornado and wildfire threats. Verify coverage limits and maintain property maintenance to minimize exposure to these minor hazards.
Source: FEMA National Risk Index · Narrative reviewed by Evan Brooks, Data Editor
Preparedness Guide
What to Prepare for in Perkins County
Top Hazards by Exposure
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.19.0 · Percentiles are national (3,144 counties)
Risk Advisory: Perkins County
Risk Verdict
Natural disaster exposure in Perkins County is lower than roughly three-quarters of U.S. counties, with a composite score at the 4th percentile. A preparedness foundation — alert registration, household communication plan, and a basic supply review — costs little and remains valuable even at Perkins County's favorable 4th percentile ranking.
Hazard Breakdown
Tornado risk is Perkins County's dominant natural hazard, ranked at the 20th percentile nationally under FEMA's National Risk Index. Wildfire ranks second at the 17th percentile nationally. Additional tracked hazards include earthquake (9th percentile), flood (2th percentile).
Preparedness Context
Ranked at the 20th percentile nationally for tornado risk, Perkins County is in a zone where storm shelters have the highest per-dollar protective value of any mitigation investment. Perkins County's county shelter map is typically available through the local emergency management office. Alongside tornado exposure, wildfire at the 17th percentile nationally means Perkins County households face multi-hazard severe-weather seasons that benefit from a single integrated emergency plan covering both threats. Perkins County residents can check the county's emergency management website for community shelter locations nearest their address — a step worth completing now, not during a warning.
Regional Context
Perkins County is 21.4 composite risk points below the Nebraska state mean, meaning most other Nebraska counties face higher natural hazard exposure.
Is your household prepared for Perkins 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.