Wagoner County Disaster Risk
Wagoner County, Oklahoma
FEMA Risk Rating
Relatively Low
National Percentile
73th
of 3,144 counties
State Rank
#28
of 77 (1 = highest risk)
Flood Risk
71th
percentile
Hazard Risk Breakdown
Flood
River, coastal, and surface flooding risk
Relatively Low
Higher than 71% of US counties
Wildfire
Wildland and wildland-urban interface fire risk
Moderate
Higher than 82% of US counties
Tornado
Tornado and severe thunderstorm risk
Relatively Low
Higher than 72% of US counties
Earthquake
Seismic activity and ground shaking risk
Relatively Low
Higher than 50% of US counties
Hurricane
Tropical cyclone and hurricane risk
Very Low
Higher than 22% of US counties
Risk Overview
About Natural Disaster Risk in Wagoner County, Oklahoma
Wagoner's risk exceeds national norms
Wagoner County scores 73.25 on composite risk, putting it in the Relatively Low category but well above the typical U.S. county baseline. This elevated score reflects meaningful exposure to multiple hazard types across the region. Residents face notably higher wildfire risk (81.68) and tornado risk (72.04) compared to average American communities.
Above-average risk among Oklahoma peers
Wagoner ranks higher than Oklahoma's state average composite risk of 55.47, signaling it faces greater overall natural disaster exposure than most counties statewide. The county's 73.25 score places it among Oklahoma's more hazardous regions. This positions Wagoner residents as especially vulnerable to the state's most common threats.
Riskier than nearby Washita County
Wagoner's composite score of 73.25 significantly outpaces neighboring Washita County (31.93), making Wagoner one of northeastern Oklahoma's higher-risk zones. Washington County to the north scores even higher at 76.11, indicating a risk gradient across the region. Wagoner residents should not underestimate local hazard exposure compared to their immediate neighbors.
Wildfires and tornadoes dominate here
Wildfire risk peaks at 81.68 in Wagoner County, making seasonal fire management critical for property protection. Tornado risk (72.04) ranks equally serious, and the combined threat of these two hazards means most Wagoner properties face real exposure to rapidly evolving weather events. Flood risk (70.61) rounds out the top three, affecting properties near water features.
Prioritize wind and fire coverage now
Wagoner homeowners should verify their policies include robust wind and tornado coverage, given the county's 72.04 tornado risk score. Wildfire insurance or rider coverage becomes essential as risk climbs to 81.68, especially for properties in or near wooded areas. Flood insurance through NFIP or private carriers is equally important given the 70.61 flood risk score.
Source: FEMA National Risk Index · Narrative reviewed by Evan Brooks, Data Editor
Preparedness Guide
What to Prepare for in Wagoner County
Top Hazards by Exposure
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.19.0 · Percentiles are national (3,144 counties)
Risk Advisory: Wagoner County
Risk Verdict
Wagoner County has a below-average natural disaster risk profile, scoring at the 73th percentile nationally under FEMA's National Risk Index. Households in Wagoner County benefit from knowing which individual hazard types — flood, wildfire, tornado, or hurricane — are the primary contributors.
Hazard Breakdown
Wildfire risk is Wagoner County's dominant natural hazard, ranked at the 82th percentile nationally under FEMA's National Risk Index. Tornado ranks second at the 72th percentile nationally. Additional tracked hazards include flood (71th percentile), earthquake (50th percentile), hurricane (22th percentile).
Preparedness Context
Wildfire is Wagoner County's top-ranked natural hazard at the 82th percentile nationally. Wagoner County residents should assess whether their property lies within or adjacent to a Wildland-Urban Interface (WUI) zone, where ember transport and rapid spread pose the highest risk. A secondary tornado exposure at the 72th percentile nationally means Wagoner County residents face hazards from two distinct natural peril categories during different seasons. For Wagoner County households, a practiced evacuation plan — with a primary and backup route designated before a fire occurs — provides more protection than any structural improvement when a wildfire approaches fast-moving terrain.
Regional Context
Wagoner County's composite risk score sits 17.8 points above the Oklahoma county average, placing it among the more hazard-exposed counties in the state.
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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.