Glasscock County Disaster Risk
Glasscock County, Texas
FEMA Risk Rating
Very Low
National Percentile
4th
of 3,144 counties
State Rank
#233
of 254 (1 = highest risk)
Flood Risk
2th
percentile
Hazard Risk Breakdown
Flood
River, coastal, and surface flooding risk
Very Low
Higher than 2% of US counties
Wildfire
Wildland and wildland-urban interface fire risk
Relatively Low
Higher than 62% of US counties
Tornado
Tornado and severe thunderstorm risk
Very Low
Higher than 12% of US counties
Earthquake
Seismic activity and ground shaking risk
Very Low
Higher than 2% of US counties
Hurricane
Tropical cyclone and hurricane risk
Very Low
Higher than 18% of US counties
Risk Overview
About Natural Disaster Risk in Glasscock County, Texas
Glasscock County's Risk Is Minimal
Glasscock's composite risk score of 4.26 ranks as very low—among the safest counties in the entire United States. Across almost every hazard category, the county sits well below national averages.
One of Texas's Lowest-Risk Counties
At 4.26, Glasscock's score is less than one-tenth of Texas's state average of 49.00, placing it at the very bottom of statewide risk rankings. This remote West Texas county enjoys exceptional protection from natural disasters.
Substantially Safer Than Peer Counties
Glasscock's composite score of 4.26 is dramatically lower than neighboring Sterling (18) and Coke (22) counties. The county's sparse population and isolated location minimize cumulative risk exposure.
Minimal Hazard Exposure Across Board
Glasscock's highest risk scores remain modest: wildfire (61.99), all others well below 20. Even wildfire exposure in this sparsely vegetated Permian Basin landscape creates minimal practical threat to developed areas.
Standard Coverage Offers Full Protection
Glasscock homeowners can confidently rely on basic homeowner insurance without specialized flood or windstorm riders. The county's exceptional safety profile makes it one of the lowest-cost insurance markets in Texas.
Source: FEMA National Risk Index · Narrative reviewed by Evan Brooks, Data Editor
Preparedness Guide
What to Prepare for in Glasscock County
Top Hazards by Exposure
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.19.0 · Percentiles are national (3,144 counties)
Risk Advisory: Glasscock County
Risk Verdict
Natural disaster exposure in Glasscock County is lower than roughly three-quarters of U.S. counties, with a composite score at the 4th percentile. Even at the 4th percentile, Glasscock County's composite score reflects real hazard exposure categories — knowing which ones apply locally enables targeted, efficient household preparedness.
Hazard Breakdown
Wildfire risk is Glasscock County's dominant natural hazard, ranked at the 62th percentile nationally under FEMA's National Risk Index. Hurricane ranks second at the 18th percentile nationally. Additional tracked hazards include tornado (12th percentile), earthquake (2th percentile), flood (2th percentile).
Preparedness Context
At the 62th percentile nationally for wildfire, Glasscock 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. A secondary hurricane exposure at the 18th percentile nationally means Glasscock County residents face hazards from two distinct natural peril categories during different seasons. 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 Glasscock County residents can use to stay ahead of rapidly changing wildfire conditions.
Regional Context
Glasscock County is 44.7 composite risk points below the Texas state mean, meaning most other Texas counties face higher natural hazard exposure.
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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.