Camden County Disaster Risk
Camden County, North Carolina
FEMA Risk Rating
Very Low
National Percentile
3th
of 3,144 counties
State Rank
#100
of 100 (1 = highest risk)
Flood Risk
50th
percentile
Hazard Risk Breakdown
Flood
River, coastal, and surface flooding risk
Relatively Low
Higher than 50% of US counties
Wildfire
Wildland and wildland-urban interface fire risk
Very Low
Higher than 24% of US counties
Tornado
Tornado and severe thunderstorm risk
Very Low
Higher than 14% of US counties
Earthquake
Seismic activity and ground shaking risk
Very Low
Higher than 12% of US counties
Hurricane
Tropical cyclone and hurricane risk
Relatively Low
Higher than 72% of US counties
Risk Overview
About Natural Disaster Risk in Camden County, North Carolina
Camden has exceptionally low risk profile
Camden County scores just 2.54 on the composite risk scale, placing it in the very low category—dramatically below the national average. This makes Camden one of the safest counties in the entire United States from natural disaster exposure.
Safest county in North Carolina
Camden's composite score of 2.54 is by far the lowest in North Carolina, compared to the state average of 66.72. The county's isolated position in the northeastern coastal plain creates a unique low-hazard environment.
Dramatically safer than all peers
Camden (2.54) is incomparably safer than any neighboring county, including Carteret (93.48), which faces significant coastal hazards just miles away. This stark difference reflects Camden's geographic isolation and lack of major population centers.
Hurricane risk is main concern
Even in Camden's remarkably safe profile, hurricane risk (72.42) stands out as the primary hazard, though well below coastal county standards. All other risks—tornado (13.64), earthquake (12.37), wildfire (24.01), and flood (50.20)—rank far below county averages.
Minimal coverage requirements suffice
Camden residents can safely maintain basic homeowners' insurance without specialized flood or wind coverage in most cases. An emergency kit and awareness of hurricane season remain prudent, given Camden's sole meaningful natural disaster vulnerability.
Source: FEMA National Risk Index · Narrative reviewed by Evan Brooks, Data Editor
Preparedness Guide
What to Prepare for in Camden County
Top Hazards by Exposure
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.19.0 · Percentiles are national (3,144 counties)
Risk Advisory: Camden County
Risk Verdict
Natural disaster exposure in Camden County is lower than roughly three-quarters of U.S. counties, with a composite score at the 3th percentile. At the 3th percentile nationally, Camden County's natural hazard profile is comparatively favorable — community resilience is reinforced when individual households maintain a reviewed emergency plan.
Hazard Breakdown
Hurricane risk is Camden County's dominant natural hazard, ranked at the 72th percentile nationally under FEMA's National Risk Index. Flood ranks second at the 50th percentile nationally. Additional tracked hazards include wildfire (24th percentile), tornado (14th percentile), earthquake (12th percentile).
Preparedness Context
At the 72th percentile nationally for hurricane risk, Camden County is in a zone where flood insurance matters beyond the primary wind risk: NFIP flood insurance requires a 30-day waiting period before taking effect, making off-season enrollment the correct timing. Flood, the county's second-ranked hazard at the 50th percentile nationally, represents an additional preparedness consideration for Camden County independent of hurricane season. For Camden County households, the hurricane preparedness calendar matters: flood insurance has a 30-day waiting period, wind-hardening retrofits take weeks to schedule, and evacuation route scouting is best done before a storm watch is issued.
Regional Context
Camden County is 64.2 composite risk points below the North Carolina state mean, meaning most other North Carolina counties face higher natural hazard exposure.
Is your household prepared for Camden 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.