Kidder County Disaster Risk
Kidder County, North Dakota
FEMA Risk Rating
Very Low
National Percentile
3th
of 3,144 counties
State Rank
#45
of 53 (1 = highest risk)
Flood Risk
3th
percentile
Hazard Risk Breakdown
Flood
River, coastal, and surface flooding risk
Very Low
Higher than 3% of US counties
Wildfire
Wildland and wildland-urban interface fire risk
Relatively Low
Higher than 46% of US counties
Tornado
Tornado and severe thunderstorm risk
Very Low
Higher than 17% of US counties
Earthquake
Seismic activity and ground shaking risk
Very Low
Higher than 1% of US counties
Risk Overview
About Natural Disaster Risk in Kidder County, North Dakota
Kidder: Among the Nation's Safest
Kidder County posts a composite risk score of just 3.15, the lowest in the entire state and far below the national average. The county enjoys exceptional protection from major natural disaster exposure.
North Dakota's Safest County
Kidder County ranks as the lowest-risk county in North Dakota with a composite score of 3.15, less than one-seventh of the state average of 22.19. The county's very low rating reflects minimal exposure across nearly all major hazard types.
Exceptional Safety Across the Region
Kidder County's 3.15 score makes it even safer than nearby Griggs County (5.12) and LaMoure County (10.94), positioning it as the region's safest community. The county's protection is remarkable even by North Dakota's standards.
Wildfire Only Meaningful Threat
Wildfire risk at 45.83 is the only material hazard in Kidder County, while flood (3.05), tornado (17.02), and earthquake (0.83) risks all remain minimal. The county's overall safety is exceptional across the board.
Standard Coverage Sufficient Here
Kidder County residents can feel confident with basic homeowners insurance, though wildfire coverage should be verified and included. The county's exceptional safety profile means fewer specialized insurance needs than most of the nation.
Source: FEMA National Risk Index · Narrative reviewed by Evan Brooks, Data Editor
Preparedness Guide
What to Prepare for in Kidder County
Top Hazards by Exposure
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.19.0 · Percentiles are national (3,144 counties)
Risk Advisory: Kidder County
Risk Verdict
Kidder County carries a low natural disaster risk burden, scoring at the 3th percentile under the FEMA National Risk Index. Residents of Kidder County can use the 3th 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
Wildfire risk is Kidder County's dominant natural hazard, ranked at the 46th percentile nationally under FEMA's National Risk Index. Tornado ranks second at the 17th percentile nationally. Additional tracked hazards include flood (3th percentile), earthquake (1th percentile).
Preparedness Context
Wildfire ranks as Kidder County's primary hazard at the 46th percentile nationally. For Kidder County households in high-WUI areas, go-bag readiness — the ability to leave within 15 minutes — is more important than shelter-in-place planning for most residential properties. Alongside wildfire, tornado at the 17th percentile nationally means a multi-season preparedness mindset — fire season and flood or storm season often require different household plans. Kidder County county's local emergency management office publishes community-specific wildfire risk assessments and evacuation zone maps; households should review their zone assignment and sign up for zone-specific alerts.
Regional Context
Compared to the North Dakota county average, Kidder County's composite score runs 19.0 points lower — a gap that reflects the county's relatively modest hazard profile within its state context.
Is your household prepared for Kidder County's hazards?
Review FEMA's county-specific preparedness checklists and emergency planning guides.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the natural disaster risk in Kidder County, ND?
What types of natural hazards affect Kidder County?
How does Kidder County risk compare to the North Dakota average?
Is Kidder County at risk for wildfire?
How is natural disaster risk measured?
Is Kidder County a safe place to live?
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.