La Salle County Disaster Risk
La Salle County, Texas
FEMA Risk Rating
Very Low
National Percentile
23th
of 3,144 counties
State Rank
#187
of 254 (1 = highest risk)
Flood Risk
23th
percentile
Hazard Risk Breakdown
Flood
River, coastal, and surface flooding risk
Very Low
Higher than 23% of US counties
Wildfire
Wildland and wildland-urban interface fire risk
Relatively Low
Higher than 66% 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 9% of US counties
Hurricane
Tropical cyclone and hurricane risk
Relatively Low
Higher than 63% of US counties
Risk Overview
About Natural Disaster Risk in La Salle County, Texas
La Salle's risk remains well below average
La Salle County's composite risk score of 22.55 places it solidly below the national average, with a "Very Low" rating. The county benefits from geographic isolation and limited exposure to the state's most severe hazards.
Low-risk profile within Texas
Scoring 22.55 against Texas's state average of 49.00, La Salle County ranks among the state's safer communities. This 55% reduction from state-level risk reflects its inland location and distance from major disaster corridors.
Safer than Kleberg, comparable to Knox
La Salle County's risk score of 22.55 falls below riskier Kleberg County (84.41) but slightly above Knox County (17.84). The county occupies a secure position within its regional context.
Wildfire and hurricane pose modest threats
Wildfire risk reaches 66.00 and hurricane risk 63.37—La Salle's two highest exposures—though both remain manageable compared to coastal counties. Tornado and flood risks (24.49 and 23.44) stay well below state averages.
Standard coverage protects most residents
Basic homeowners insurance provides solid protection for La Salle County residents, though property owners in scrubland areas should maintain defensible perimeters against wildfire. Most residents avoid the need for specialized flood or hurricane coverage.
Source: FEMA National Risk Index · Narrative reviewed by Evan Brooks, Data Editor
Preparedness Guide
What to Prepare for in La Salle County
Top Hazards by Exposure
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.19.0 · Percentiles are national (3,144 counties)
Risk Advisory: La Salle County
Risk Verdict
Compared to the nation's 3,144 counties, La Salle County ranks at the 23th percentile for natural disaster risk — toward the safer end of the spectrum. Residents of La Salle County can use the 23th percentile ranking as a baseline, while recognizing that individual properties may still lie in specific hazard zones that differ from the county average.
Hazard Breakdown
Wildfire risk is La Salle County's dominant natural hazard, ranked at the 66th percentile nationally under FEMA's National Risk Index. Hurricane ranks second at the 63th percentile nationally. Additional tracked hazards include tornado (24th percentile), flood (23th percentile), earthquake (9th percentile).
Preparedness Context
La Salle County sits at the 66th percentile for wildfire exposure. Signing up for La Salle 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. The county's hurricane exposure at the 63th percentile nationally complements the wildfire risk — saturating rain after burn scarring often triggers secondary flood and debris flow events. In La Salle 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 26.5 points below the Texas state average, La Salle County is among the lower-risk counties in the state for natural disaster 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.