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FEMA National Risk Index

Tillamook County Disaster Risk

Tillamook County, Oregon

FEMA Risk Rating

Relatively Moderate

National Percentile

81th

of 3,144 counties

State Rank

#18

of 36 (1 = highest risk)

Flood Risk

76th

percentile

Hazard Risk Breakdown

Flood

River, coastal, and surface flooding risk

Relatively Low

Higher than 76% of US counties

Wildfire

Wildland and wildland-urban interface fire risk

Relatively Low

Higher than 44% of US counties

Tornado

Tornado and severe thunderstorm risk

Very Low

Higher than 11% of US counties

Earthquake

Seismic activity and ground shaking risk

Relatively High

Higher than 95% of US counties

Risk Advisory: Tillamook County

Risk Verdict

Tillamook County has a relatively moderate overall disaster risk profile, scoring in the 81th percentile nationally. While not in the highest tier, this county faces meaningful hazard exposure. Residents are encouraged to understand their specific risks and maintain emergency supplies.

Hazard Breakdown

Earthquake risk is the dominant hazard for Tillamook County, scoring in the 95th percentile nationally. It is followed by flood risk at the 76th percentile. Additional hazards include wildfire (44th), tornado (11th).

Preparedness Context

With earthquake risk as the top concern, Tillamook County residents should secure heavy furniture and appliances, know how to shut off utilities, and keep emergency supplies accessible. Secondary risks such as flood also warrant attention in household and community preparedness planning. FEMA recommends all households maintain at least 72 hours of food, water, and medication supplies regardless of specific hazard exposure.

Regional Context

Tillamook County is significantly riskier than the average county in Oregon. Its composite risk score is 17.9 points higher than the state average, meaning residents face above-average exposure to natural hazards compared to their neighbors.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the natural disaster risk in Tillamook County, OR?
Tillamook County has a FEMA National Risk Index rating of Relatively Moderate, placing it in the 81th percentile nationally out of 3,144 counties. This composite score reflects the county's overall exposure to natural hazards including floods, wildfires, tornadoes, earthquakes, and hurricanes, weighted by expected annual loss and social vulnerability.
What types of natural hazards affect Tillamook County?
Tillamook County is evaluated for five major natural hazard types: earthquake (95th percentile), flooding (76th percentile), wildfire (44th percentile), tornado (11th percentile). The highest-risk hazard is earthquake at the 95th percentile nationally. These scores are derived from FEMA's National Risk Index, which analyzes expected annual loss, social vulnerability, and community resilience for each hazard type.
How does Tillamook County risk compare to the Oregon average?
Tillamook County's composite risk percentile is 81th, compared to the Oregon state average of 63th percentile. The state's overall risk rating is Relatively Low. This means Tillamook County faces higher natural disaster risk than the typical county in Oregon.
Is Tillamook County at risk for earthquake?
Yes, Tillamook County's earthquake risk is at the 95th percentile nationally. This places it in the top quartile for this hazard type. For flooding specifically, Tillamook County is at the 76th percentile.
How is natural disaster risk measured?
FEMA's National Risk Index (NRI) calculates risk scores for 18 natural hazard types across all U.S. counties and census tracts. The composite score combines Expected Annual Loss (estimated dollar losses from each hazard), Social Vulnerability (demographic factors affecting disaster impact), and Community Resilience (ability to recover). Percentile scores rank each county against all 3,144 U.S. counties, and risk ratings range from Very Low to Very High.
Why is Tillamook County higher risk than average?
Tillamook County's composite risk score of 81th percentile is above the Oregon state average of 63th percentile. This elevated risk is driven by earthquake exposure (95th percentile), along with flooding risk. Geographic location, terrain, climate patterns, and proximity to flood zones or fault lines all influence a county's risk profile.

Counties with Similar Risk

Umatilla County

Oregon

+1.0

Relatively Moderate

82th percentile

Yamhill County

Oregon

+1.5

Relatively Moderate

83th percentile

Benton County

Oregon

+3.0

Relatively Moderate

84th percentile

By Logan Johnson, Founder & Data EditorUpdated Reviewed by Logan Johnson, Founder & Data Editor

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.

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