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FEMA NRI 1.19.0Updated Nov 2023 · Coverage 2014–2023Methodology

Rhode Island Disaster Risk

Natural disaster risk data for all 5 counties.

Avg FEMA Rating

Relatively Low

Avg Percentile

57th

Counties with Data

5

of 5 total

County risk atlas

Rhode Island hazard exposure by county

A compact 2.5D surface of FEMA National Risk Index percentiles. Toggle composite, flood, wildfire, hurricane, tornado, and earthquake risk to see which counties carry the highest relative exposure without loading the full national explorer dataset.

Counties

5/5

Avg composite

57th

Risk layers

6

All Rhode Island Counties

CountyPercentile
Providence County94th
Kent County69th
Washington County64th
Newport County36th
Bristol County19th

Frequently Asked Questions

Which county in Rhode Island has the highest natural disaster risk?
Providence County has the highest natural disaster risk in Rhode Island, rated Relatively Moderate (94th percentile nationally), based on FEMA National Risk Index data.
Which county in Rhode Island is the safest from natural disasters?
Bristol County has the lowest natural disaster risk in Rhode Island, rated Very Low (19th percentile nationally), based on FEMA NRI data.
What natural disasters are most common in Rhode Island?
Rhode Island counties face varying levels of risk from floods, wildfires, tornadoes, earthquakes, and hurricanes. The FEMA National Risk Index scores each county across 18 hazard types. See individual county pages for detailed hazard breakdowns.
How is natural disaster risk measured by county?
The FEMA National Risk Index (NRI) measures natural disaster risk using expected annual loss, social vulnerability, and community resilience. Scores are normalized nationally, with ratings from Very Low to Very High across 18 natural hazard types.

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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.

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