Armstrong County Disaster Risk
Armstrong County, Texas
FEMA Risk Rating
Very Low
National Percentile
20th
of 3,144 counties
State Rank
#191
of 254 (1 = highest risk)
Flood Risk
1th
percentile
Hazard Risk Breakdown
Flood
River, coastal, and surface flooding risk
Very Low
Higher than 1% of US counties
Wildfire
Wildland and wildland-urban interface fire risk
Relatively Low
Higher than 74% of US counties
Tornado
Tornado and severe thunderstorm risk
Very Low
Higher than 24% of US counties
Earthquake
Seismic activity and ground shaking risk
Very Low
Higher than 12% of US counties
Hurricane
Tropical cyclone and hurricane risk
Very Low
Higher than 0% of US counties
Risk Overview
About Natural Disaster Risk in Armstrong County, Texas
Armstrong County ranks very low
Armstrong County's composite risk score of 20.04 places it in the very low risk category and well below the national average. This Texas Panhandle location enjoys substantially lower natural disaster exposure than most U.S. counties.
Well below Texas state average
Armstrong County's 20.04 score sits far below Texas's state average of 49.00, making it one of the safer Texas communities for natural hazard exposure. Residents face significantly reduced risk compared to most state peers.
Low risk in Panhandle region
Armstrong County's 20.04 composite score reflects the generally lower hazard exposure typical of the Texas Panhandle. The county's risk profile aligns with the region's geographic characteristics.
Wildfire is the main hazard
Wildfire risk reaches 74.43 in Armstrong County, making it the most significant natural hazard threat despite the county's overall very low composite score. All other hazards—tornado (24.01), earthquake (12.21), flood (1.34)—remain minimal, and hurricane risk is zero.
Wildfire awareness with peace of mind
Although Armstrong County faces very low overall disaster risk, wildfire exposure at 74.43 warrants basic brush management and clearing vegetation near structures. Standard homeowners insurance covers wildfire damage; the county's low overall risk means insurance should be affordable and straightforward.
Source: FEMA National Risk Index · Narrative reviewed by Evan Brooks, Data Editor
Preparedness Guide
What to Prepare for in Armstrong County
Top Hazards by Exposure
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.19.0 · Percentiles are national (3,144 counties)
Risk Advisory: Armstrong County
Risk Verdict
Armstrong County carries a low natural disaster risk burden, scoring at the 20th percentile under the FEMA National Risk Index. The 20th percentile national ranking is one lens; Armstrong County residents also benefit from reviewing which specific hazard types drive the county's composite score and preparing accordingly.
Hazard Breakdown
Wildfire risk is Armstrong County's dominant natural hazard, ranked at the 74th percentile nationally under FEMA's National Risk Index. Tornado ranks second at the 24th percentile nationally. Additional tracked hazards include earthquake (12th percentile), flood (1th percentile), hurricane (0th percentile).
Preparedness Context
Wildfire ranks as Armstrong County's primary hazard at the 74th percentile nationally. For Armstrong County households in high-WUI areas, go-bag readiness — the ability to leave within 15 minutes — is more important than shelter-in-place planning for most residential properties. A secondary tornado exposure at the 24th percentile nationally means Armstrong County residents face hazards from two distinct natural peril categories during different seasons. Armstrong County county's local emergency management office publishes community-specific wildfire risk assessments and evacuation zone maps; households should review their zone assignment and sign up for zone-specific alerts.
Regional Context
Compared to the Texas county average, Armstrong County's composite score runs 29.0 points lower — a gap that reflects the county's relatively modest hazard profile within its state context.
Is your household prepared for Armstrong County's hazards?
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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.