Tyrrell County Disaster Risk
Tyrrell County, North Carolina
FEMA Risk Rating
Relatively Low
National Percentile
46th
of 3,144 counties
State Rank
#81
of 100 (1 = highest risk)
Flood Risk
69th
percentile
Hazard Risk Breakdown
Flood
River, coastal, and surface flooding risk
Relatively Low
Higher than 69% of US counties
Wildfire
Wildland and wildland-urban interface fire risk
Relatively Low
Higher than 57% of US counties
Tornado
Tornado and severe thunderstorm risk
Very Low
Higher than 21% of US counties
Earthquake
Seismic activity and ground shaking risk
Very Low
Higher than 19% of US counties
Hurricane
Tropical cyclone and hurricane risk
Moderate
Higher than 92% of US counties
Risk Overview
About Natural Disaster Risk in Tyrrell County, North Carolina
Tyrrell faces below-average disaster risk
With a composite risk score of 46.02, Tyrrell County ranks as Relatively Low—significantly safer than the national average of around 65. This puts the county in a better position than most American counties when it comes to overall natural disaster exposure.
Among safest counties in North Carolina
Tyrrell's score of 46.02 places it well below North Carolina's state average of 66.72, making it one of the state's lower-risk counties. Most of Tyrrell's neighbors face substantially higher composite risk levels.
Safer than coastal and central peers
Tyrrell scores 46.02 compared to Washington County (59.64) and Watauga County (71.85) nearby. The county's low risk rating reflects its distance from major urban and tornado-prone corridors that affect surrounding regions.
Hurricane and flood risks dominate
Hurricane risk tops Tyrrell's hazard profile at 92.12, followed by flood risk at 68.80—reflecting the county's coastal location in eastern North Carolina. Tornado and earthquake risks remain comparatively low at 21.37 and 18.96 respectively.
Prioritize hurricane and flood coverage
Tyrrell residents should secure flood insurance immediately, as standard homeowners policies exclude water damage. Hurricane-resistant upgrades and a comprehensive evacuation plan are essential given the county's 92.12 hurricane risk score.
Source: FEMA National Risk Index · Narrative reviewed by Evan Brooks, Data Editor
Preparedness Guide
What to Prepare for in Tyrrell County
Top Hazards by Exposure
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.19.0 · Percentiles are national (3,144 counties)
Risk Advisory: Tyrrell County
Risk Verdict
Tyrrell County has a below-average natural disaster risk profile, scoring at the 46th percentile nationally under FEMA's National Risk Index. At the 46th percentile, Tyrrell County's risk profile is among the more manageable in the country — the hazard-specific breakdown above shows where any remaining preparedness focus is best directed.
Hazard Breakdown
Hurricane risk is Tyrrell County's dominant natural hazard, ranked at the 92th percentile nationally under FEMA's National Risk Index. Flood ranks second at the 69th percentile nationally. Additional tracked hazards include wildfire (57th percentile), tornado (21th percentile), earthquake (19th percentile).
Preparedness Context
Hurricane risk is Tyrrell County's top-ranked natural hazard at the 92th percentile nationally. The most time-sensitive preparedness step is knowing the county's evacuation zone for your address — zone maps are published by the county emergency management office. Tyrrell County's flood exposure at the 69th percentile nationally adds a hazard layer that can persist or intensify after hurricane-force winds have passed, particularly in low-lying inland areas. Tyrrell County's county emergency management office publishes official evacuation zone maps with zone-specific shelter locations; downloading this map and identifying your zone assignment is the single highest-value pre-season step.
Regional Context
The North Carolina county average exceeds Tyrrell County's score by 20.7 composite points — placing this county in the lower-risk tier relative to its in-state peers.
Is your household prepared for Tyrrell 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.