Clinton County Disaster Risk
Clinton County, Ohio
FEMA Risk Rating
Very Low
National Percentile
34th
of 3,144 counties
State Rank
#68
of 88 (1 = highest risk)
Flood Risk
45th
percentile
Hazard Risk Breakdown
Flood
River, coastal, and surface flooding risk
Relatively Low
Higher than 45% of US counties
Wildfire
Wildland and wildland-urban interface fire risk
Very Low
Higher than 9% of US counties
Tornado
Tornado and severe thunderstorm risk
Relatively Low
Higher than 56% of US counties
Earthquake
Seismic activity and ground shaking risk
Relatively Low
Higher than 65% of US counties
Hurricane
Tropical cyclone and hurricane risk
Very Low
Higher than 35% of US counties
Risk Overview
About Natural Disaster Risk in Clinton County, Ohio
Clinton County has low natural disaster risk
Clinton County's composite risk score of 34.00 sits well below the national average, earning a "Very Low" disaster risk designation. This favorable position reflects reduced exposure to most major natural hazards.
Well below Ohio's average
Clinton County scores 34.00 against Ohio's state average of 55.03, placing it firmly in the lower-risk tier of Ohio counties. Residents enjoy substantially more favorable natural disaster exposure than the statewide norm.
Among the region's safest counties
Clinton County's 34.00 score is lower than Coshocton County (49.08) and marginally higher than Champaign County (26.75). This positioning makes it one of the most secure communities in its region.
Earthquake and tornado are modest concerns
Clinton County's highest hazards are earthquake risk (65.43) and tornado risk (55.50), both remaining below state medians. Flood risk (44.66) and hurricane risk (35.34) pose minimal threat.
Standard insurance provides solid protection
Clinton County's low-risk profile means standard homeowner's insurance covers most scenarios without specialized add-ons. Maintaining a basic emergency kit and knowing your community's weather alert systems ensures readiness.
Source: FEMA National Risk Index · Narrative reviewed by Evan Brooks, Data Editor
Preparedness Guide
What to Prepare for in Clinton County
Top Hazards by Exposure
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.19.0 · Percentiles are national (3,144 counties)
Risk Advisory: Clinton County
Risk Verdict
At the 34th percentile nationally, Clinton County experiences relatively limited natural hazard pressure compared to most of the country. Being ranked at the 34th percentile nationally is an advantage for Clinton County — it means fewer statistically likely events, though basic readiness ensures households are covered when exceptions occur.
Hazard Breakdown
Earthquake risk is Clinton County's dominant natural hazard, ranked at the 65th percentile nationally under FEMA's National Risk Index. Tornado ranks second at the 56th percentile nationally. Additional tracked hazards include flood (45th percentile), hurricane (35th percentile), wildfire (9th percentile).
Preparedness Context
Clinton County ranks at the 65th percentile nationally for earthquake risk. Unlike most natural hazards, earthquakes provide no advance warning; preparedness here means structural adjustments and a practiced response, not alert monitoring. Alongside earthquake exposure, Clinton County's tornado risk at the 56th percentile nationally reinforces the value of maintaining a household emergency supply cache usable for multiple hazard scenarios. For earthquake preparedness, Clinton County's county emergency management office often maintains a list of community water supply points, Red Cross shelter locations, and post-quake assistance programs — useful resources to identify before an event occurs.
Regional Context
A composite score 21.0 points below the Ohio state average puts Clinton County in a better-than-typical position relative to neighboring counties.
Is your household prepared for Clinton 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.