Callahan County Disaster Risk
Callahan County, Texas
FEMA Risk Rating
Very Low
National Percentile
15th
of 3,144 counties
State Rank
#202
of 254 (1 = highest risk)
Flood Risk
14th
percentile
Hazard Risk Breakdown
Flood
River, coastal, and surface flooding risk
Very Low
Higher than 14% 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 53% of US counties
Earthquake
Seismic activity and ground shaking risk
Very Low
Higher than 10% of US counties
Hurricane
Tropical cyclone and hurricane risk
Very Low
Higher than 29% of US counties
Risk Overview
About Natural Disaster Risk in Callahan County, Texas
Callahan County faces minimal U.S. risk
Callahan County's composite risk score of 14.69 ranks among the lowest in the nation, earning a Very Low risk rating. The county benefits from inland positioning away from hurricane and major flood exposure.
Texas's safest county by most measures
At 14.69, Callahan County scores 70 percent below Texas's state average of 49.00, making it one of the state's safest counties for natural disasters. Only a handful of Texas counties score lower.
Substantially safer than surrounding areas
Callahan County's 14.69 score sits far below neighboring Brown County's 64.89 and regional peers, reflecting its isolated position on the High Plains. This isolation from major water systems and coastlines defines its exceptional safety profile.
Wildfire is primary concern here
Wildfire risk reaches 82.00 in Callahan County, the only significant hazard threat despite very low overall risk. All other perils—flood (13.87), tornado (52.70), and hurricane (28.95)—remain minimal.
Basic coverage protects adequately
Callahan County residents can rely on standard homeowners insurance for most perils, though wildfire riders or separate coverage should be considered given the 82.00 wildfire risk. Creating defensible space around structures provides cost-effective additional protection.
Source: FEMA National Risk Index · Narrative reviewed by Evan Brooks, Data Editor
Preparedness Guide
What to Prepare for in Callahan County
Top Hazards by Exposure
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.19.0 · Percentiles are national (3,144 counties)
Risk Advisory: Callahan County
Risk Verdict
Compared to the nation's 3,144 counties, Callahan County ranks at the 15th percentile for natural disaster risk — toward the safer end of the spectrum. Callahan County's 15th percentile ranking is favorable, though every county carries at least one natural hazard worth knowing — reviewing the specific risks listed above helps households focus their preparedness where it matters most.
Hazard Breakdown
Wildfire risk is Callahan County's dominant natural hazard, ranked at the 82th percentile nationally under FEMA's National Risk Index. Tornado ranks second at the 53th percentile nationally. Additional tracked hazards include hurricane (29th percentile), flood (14th percentile), earthquake (10th percentile).
Preparedness Context
Callahan County sits at the 82th percentile for wildfire exposure. Signing up for Callahan County's county emergency alert system and knowing the pre-planned evacuation route before conditions deteriorate are the two highest-value preparedness actions for residents here. A secondary tornado exposure at the 53th percentile nationally means Callahan County residents face hazards from two distinct natural peril categories during different seasons. In Callahan County, wildfire smoke often precedes the flame front by hours or days; households benefit from tracking EPA's AirNow.gov and having HEPA air filtration available as a first line of indoor protection when air quality alerts are issued.
Regional Context
At 34.3 points below the Texas state average, Callahan County is among the lower-risk counties in the state for natural disaster exposure.
Is your household prepared for Callahan 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.