King County Disaster Risk
King County, Texas
FEMA Risk Rating
Very Low
National Percentile
0th
of 3,144 counties
State Rank
#253
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 56% of US counties
Tornado
Tornado and severe thunderstorm risk
Very Low
Higher than 8% 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 King County, Texas
King is among America's safest counties
King County's composite score of 0.32 ranks it among the nation's lowest-risk areas, with a "Very Low" rating across virtually all hazard categories. Residents face minimal natural disaster exposure.
King ranks as one of Texas's safest
Scoring 0.32 against the Texas state average of 49.00, King ranks among the very safest counties in the state. Its remote West Texas location and sparse development shield it from significant natural hazards.
King is the safest county in its region
King's score of 0.32 is dramatically lower than Kaufman (76.18), Kendall (65.49), and Kerr (77.16), making it an exceptional outlier. Its isolated West Texas plains setting provides unmatched protection.
No single hazard emerges as a threat
All hazard categories score below 12 for King County, with wildfire risk of 55.95 being the highest but still well below statewide averages. The county experiences minimal natural disaster risk in any form.
Standard insurance suffices here
Basic homeowner's insurance provides ample coverage for King County's minimal hazard exposure. Focus on routine maintenance and standard fire prevention rather than specialized disaster mitigation.
Source: FEMA National Risk Index · Narrative reviewed by Evan Brooks, Data Editor
Preparedness Guide
What to Prepare for in King County
Top Hazards by Exposure
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.19.0 · Percentiles are national (3,144 counties)
Risk Advisory: King County
Risk Verdict
Compared to the nation's 3,144 counties, King County ranks at the 0th percentile for natural disaster risk — toward the safer end of the spectrum. At the 0th percentile nationally, King County's natural hazard profile is comparatively favorable — community resilience is reinforced when individual households maintain a reviewed emergency plan.
Hazard Breakdown
Wildfire risk is King County's dominant natural hazard, ranked at the 56th percentile nationally under FEMA's National Risk Index. Hurricane ranks second at the 11th percentile nationally. Additional tracked hazards include tornado (8th percentile), earthquake (1th percentile), flood (1th percentile).
Preparedness Context
King County sits at the 56th percentile for wildfire exposure. Signing up for King 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 hurricane exposure at the 11th percentile nationally means King County residents face hazards from two distinct natural peril categories during different seasons. In King 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 48.7 points below the Texas state average, King County is among the lower-risk counties in the state for natural disaster exposure.
Is your household prepared for King 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.