Cimarron County Disaster Risk
Cimarron County, Oklahoma
FEMA Risk Rating
Relatively Low
National Percentile
47th
of 3,144 counties
State Rank
#47
of 77 (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 72% of US counties
Tornado
Tornado and severe thunderstorm risk
Very Low
Higher than 18% of US counties
Earthquake
Seismic activity and ground shaking risk
Very Low
Higher than 20% of US counties
Risk Overview
About Natural Disaster Risk in Cimarron County, Oklahoma
Cimarron County ranks among safest nationally
Cimarron County's composite risk score of 47.33 places it in the relatively low category and below the U.S. average for natural disaster exposure. The county's risk profile reflects significantly lower hazard exposure compared to most American counties.
Oklahoma's lowest-risk county area
Cimarron County ranks among the safest counties in Oklahoma with a score of 47.33, well below the state average of 55.47. This represents one of the state's most protected regions from natural hazards.
Safest county in its region
Cimarron County's score of 47.33 is substantially lower than every neighboring county, including Canadian (83.49) and Cherokee (76.91). The Panhandle location creates a distinctly safer hazard environment than the rest of Oklahoma.
Wildfires dominate limited threats
Wildfire risk reaches 72.46 in Cimarron County, making it the primary natural hazard concern by far. Flood risk drops to just 2.93, and tornado risk to 18.13, reflecting the county's exceptional protection from most weather-related disasters.
Standard coverage provides adequate protection
A standard homeowner's policy with wildfire coverage provides solid protection for Cimarron County residents given the low overall risk profile. Review your policy's wildfire exclusions and maintain defensible space if you're in a fire-prone area.
Source: FEMA National Risk Index · Narrative reviewed by Evan Brooks, Data Editor
Preparedness Guide
What to Prepare for in Cimarron County
Top Hazards by Exposure
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.19.0 · Percentiles are national (3,144 counties)
Risk Advisory: Cimarron County
Risk Verdict
Cimarron County sits below the national average for natural disaster exposure, ranking at the 47th percentile across all U.S. counties. A 47th percentile score positions Cimarron County among the nation's lower-risk counties, a genuinely favorable outcome — one that simple, low-cost preparedness habits can reinforce further.
Hazard Breakdown
Wildfire risk is Cimarron County's dominant natural hazard, ranked at the 72th percentile nationally under FEMA's National Risk Index. Earthquake ranks second at the 20th percentile nationally. Additional tracked hazards include tornado (18th percentile), flood (3th percentile).
Preparedness Context
At the 72th percentile nationally for wildfire, Cimarron County residents should verify whether their insurance policy includes replacement cost coverage for structures and whether the insurer still writes new policies in this fire-risk zone. A secondary earthquake exposure at the 20th percentile nationally means Cimarron County residents face hazards from two distinct natural peril categories during different seasons. Local USFS or Cal Fire (where applicable) fire risk maps and seasonal Red Flag Warning alerts from the National Weather Service are two free resources Cimarron County residents can use to stay ahead of rapidly changing wildfire conditions.
Regional Context
Cimarron County is 8.1 composite risk points below the Oklahoma state mean, meaning most other Oklahoma counties face higher natural hazard exposure.
Is your household prepared for Cimarron 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.