San Jacinto County Disaster Risk
San Jacinto County, Texas
FEMA Risk Rating
Relatively Low
National Percentile
59th
of 3,144 counties
State Rank
#112
of 254 (1 = highest risk)
Flood Risk
61th
percentile
Hazard Risk Breakdown
Flood
River, coastal, and surface flooding risk
Relatively Low
Higher than 61% of US counties
Wildfire
Wildland and wildland-urban interface fire risk
Relatively Low
Higher than 68% of US counties
Tornado
Tornado and severe thunderstorm risk
Moderate
Higher than 90% of US counties
Earthquake
Seismic activity and ground shaking risk
Very Low
Higher than 20% of US counties
Hurricane
Tropical cyclone and hurricane risk
Relatively Low
Higher than 75% of US counties
Risk Overview
About Natural Disaster Risk in San Jacinto County, Texas
San Jacinto County exceeds national risk
San Jacinto County's composite risk score of 58.87 places it in the "Relatively Low" category, exceeding the national average of 44.0 by nearly 35 percent. The county faces above-average exposure to multiple hazard types, particularly tornados and hurricanes.
Higher than typical Texas county
At 58.87, San Jacinto County scores 10 points above Texas's state average of 49.00, ranking in the upper-middle tier of statewide risk. This elevation reflects the county's position in a tornado-prone region combined with substantial hurricane vulnerability.
Higher risk than most surrounding areas
San Jacinto County (58.87) carries significantly greater risk than neighboring San Augustine County (17.62) and Sabine County (22.11), though Rusk County (54.01) presents comparable threats. The county faces notably higher tornado risk than its immediate peers.
Tornados pose extreme threat
Tornado risk dominates at 90.01—among the highest in the state—making spring severe weather a critical safety concern for San Jacinto County residents. Hurricane risk scores 74.51, and combined with wildfire risk of 68.35, the county faces a diverse hazard landscape.
Invest in tornado and wind protection
San Jacinto County's extremely high tornado risk demands that homeowners prioritize wind and hail coverage in their insurance policies. Install or designate a safe room for severe weather, maintain emergency supplies, and ensure your policy clearly covers tornado damage, hail, and high winds.
Source: FEMA National Risk Index · Narrative reviewed by Evan Brooks, Data Editor
Preparedness Guide
What to Prepare for in San Jacinto County
Top Hazards by Exposure
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.19.0 · Percentiles are national (3,144 counties)
Risk Advisory: San Jacinto County
Risk Verdict
San Jacinto County ranks at the 59th percentile nationally for natural disaster risk — below the median for U.S. counties. Residents are encouraged to understand which hazards dominate locally and tailor their preparedness accordingly.
Hazard Breakdown
Tornado risk is San Jacinto County's dominant natural hazard, ranked at the 90th percentile nationally under FEMA's National Risk Index. Hurricane ranks second at the 75th percentile nationally. Additional tracked hazards include wildfire (68th percentile), flood (61th percentile), earthquake (20th percentile).
Preparedness Context
San Jacinto County ranks at the 90th percentile nationally for tornado exposure. Unlike many slow-onset hazards, tornadoes in San Jacinto County can reach full intensity in minutes; a pre-practiced household shelter plan matters far more than stockpiled supplies. Hurricane is the second hazard driver for San Jacinto County at the 75th percentile nationally, meaning households should maintain awareness of both severe-weather and hurricane-specific warning systems. San Jacinto County county emergency management typically publishes annual severe-weather preparedness guides tailored to local tornado patterns; households benefit from reviewing these before storm season begins each spring.
Regional Context
Compared to other Texas counties, San Jacinto County runs 9.9 composite risk points higher than the state mean — reflecting above-average hazard concentration in this area.
Is your household prepared for San Jacinto 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.