Nevada Disaster Risk
Natural disaster risk data for all 17 counties.
Avg FEMA Rating
Relatively Low
Avg Percentile
46th
Counties with Data
17
of 17 total
Highest Risk Counties
All Nevada Counties
| County | Percentile |
|---|---|
| Clark County | 100th |
| Washoe County | 97th |
| Elko County | 88th |
| Douglas County | 84th |
| Nye County | 78th |
| Carson City | 76th |
| Lyon County | 71th |
| Churchill County | 47th |
| Humboldt County | 41th |
| Lincoln County | 26th |
| Storey County | 25th |
| Lander County | 17th |
| White Pine County | 13th |
| Mineral County | 10th |
| Pershing County | 6th |
| Eureka County | 5th |
| Esmeralda County | 2th |
Frequently Asked Questions
Which county in Nevada has the highest natural disaster risk?
Clark County has the highest natural disaster risk in Nevada, rated Very High (100th percentile nationally), based on FEMA National Risk Index data.
Which county in Nevada is the safest from natural disasters?
Esmeralda County has the lowest natural disaster risk in Nevada, rated Very Low (2th percentile nationally), based on FEMA NRI data.
What natural disasters are most common in Nevada?
Nevada counties face varying levels of risk from floods, wildfires, tornadoes, earthquakes, and hurricanes. The FEMA National Risk Index scores each county across 18 hazard types. See individual county pages for detailed hazard breakdowns.
How is natural disaster risk measured by county?
The FEMA National Risk Index (NRI) measures natural disaster risk using expected annual loss, social vulnerability, and community resilience. Scores are normalized nationally, with ratings from Very Low to Very High across 18 natural hazard types.
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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.