Borden County Disaster Risk
Borden County, Texas
FEMA Risk Rating
Very Low
National Percentile
6th
of 3,144 counties
State Rank
#229
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 75% of US counties
Tornado
Tornado and severe thunderstorm risk
Very Low
Higher than 11% of US counties
Earthquake
Seismic activity and ground shaking risk
Very Low
Higher than 1% of US counties
Hurricane
Tropical cyclone and hurricane risk
Very Low
Higher than 11% of US counties
Risk Overview
About Natural Disaster Risk in Borden County, Texas
Borden ranks far below national risk
Borden County's composite risk score of 5.69 places it in the Very Low category, well below the national average. This West Texas county faces minimal overall natural disaster threat compared to the typical American county.
One of Texas's safest counties
Borden's 5.69 score ranks it among the lowest-risk counties in Texas, sitting just 11% of the state average composite risk of 49.00. Few Texas counties enjoy this level of natural disaster protection.
Safer than surrounding High Plains peers
Borden's 5.69 score significantly undercuts nearby Briscoe County (8.75) and Brewster County (21.06). Its isolated location on the High Plains shields it from the wildfire and tornado risks that affect neighboring regions.
Wildfire poses the primary threat
Wildfire risk reaches 74.65 in Borden—the county's dominant hazard—though still moderate in absolute terms. Tornado risk of 11.26 and other perils remain minimal, making this one of Texas's most protected areas.
Standard homeowners coverage suffices
Borden County's very low risk profile means standard homeowners insurance provides adequate protection for most residents. Consider adding wildfire coverage if your property sits near grassland, but catastrophic loss from natural disasters is uncommon here.
Source: FEMA National Risk Index · Narrative reviewed by Evan Brooks, Data Editor
Preparedness Guide
What to Prepare for in Borden County
Top Hazards by Exposure
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.19.0 · Percentiles are national (3,144 counties)
Risk Advisory: Borden County
Risk Verdict
Natural disaster exposure in Borden County is lower than roughly three-quarters of U.S. counties, with a composite score at the 6th percentile. Even at the 6th percentile, Borden County's composite score reflects real hazard exposure categories — knowing which ones apply locally enables targeted, efficient household preparedness.
Hazard Breakdown
Wildfire risk is Borden County's dominant natural hazard, ranked at the 75th percentile nationally under FEMA's National Risk Index. Tornado ranks second at the 11th percentile nationally. Additional tracked hazards include hurricane (11th percentile), flood (1th percentile), earthquake (1th percentile).
Preparedness Context
At the 75th percentile nationally for wildfire, Borden 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. Alongside wildfire, tornado at the 11th percentile nationally means a multi-season preparedness mindset — fire season and flood or storm season often require different household plans. 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 Borden County residents can use to stay ahead of rapidly changing wildfire conditions.
Regional Context
Borden County is 43.3 composite risk points below the Texas state mean, meaning most other Texas counties face higher natural hazard exposure.
Is your household prepared for Borden 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.