Box Elder County Disaster Risk
Box Elder County, Utah
FEMA Risk Rating
Relatively Low
National Percentile
56th
of 3,144 counties
State Rank
#9
of 29 (1 = highest risk)
Flood Risk
19th
percentile
Hazard Risk Breakdown
Flood
River, coastal, and surface flooding risk
Very Low
Higher than 19% of US counties
Wildfire
Wildland and wildland-urban interface fire risk
Relatively High
Higher than 95% of US counties
Tornado
Tornado and severe thunderstorm risk
Very Low
Higher than 13% of US counties
Earthquake
Seismic activity and ground shaking risk
Moderate
Higher than 93% of US counties
Risk Overview
About Natural Disaster Risk in Box Elder County, Utah
Box Elder faces moderate disaster risk nationally
With a composite risk score of 55.92, Box Elder County exceeds the national average, carrying a 'Relatively Low' rating. Your county experiences more natural hazard exposure than typical American communities.
Mid-range risk among Utah counties
Box Elder's score of 55.92 sits above Utah's state average of 36.19, placing it in the higher-risk tier within the state. However, several Utah counties face significantly greater disaster threats.
Riskier than most neighboring counties
Box Elder County's 55.92 score exceeds both Daggett and Rich counties to the east. Only Cache County to the south approaches similar risk levels in the immediate vicinity.
Wildfire and earthquake dominate your hazards
Wildfire risk is particularly acute at 95.36—among the highest in the state—while earthquake risk reaches 93.29. Tornado exposure is moderate at 12.56, and flood risk remains manageable at 19.50.
Wildfire and earthquake insurance are critical
Given wildfire and earthquake scores above 93, these specialized coverages should anchor your protection strategy. Standard homeowner policies exclude both hazards; add them as separate riders or endorsements now.
Source: FEMA National Risk Index · Narrative reviewed by Evan Brooks, Data Editor
Preparedness Guide
What to Prepare for in Box Elder County
Top Hazards by Exposure
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.19.0 · Percentiles are national (3,144 counties)
Risk Advisory: Box Elder County
Risk Verdict
Natural hazard pressure in Box Elder County is below the national midpoint, with a composite score at the 56th percentile. Proactive emergency planning and awareness of the specific hazards driving Box Elder County's score can meaningfully reduce household risk.
Hazard Breakdown
Wildfire risk is Box Elder County's dominant natural hazard, ranked at the 95th percentile nationally under FEMA's National Risk Index. Earthquake ranks second at the 93th percentile nationally. Additional tracked hazards include flood (19th percentile), tornado (13th percentile).
Preparedness Context
With wildfire ranked at the 95th percentile nationally, Box Elder County is in a zone where air quality can deteriorate rapidly before structures are threatened. An N95 respirator and a HEPA air purifier are practical items for Box Elder County households to have on hand before fire season. The county's earthquake exposure at the 93th percentile nationally complements the wildfire risk — saturating rain after burn scarring often triggers secondary flood and debris flow events. Defensible space, insurance review, and an evacuation plan are the three preparedness pillars for Box Elder County households — and the insurance review is the one most often deferred by Box Elder County residents and most costly to skip when a fire event actually occurs.
Regional Context
Box Elder County is 19.7 composite risk points above the Utah average, indicating that residents face greater natural hazard exposure than most of their in-state neighbors.
Is your household prepared for Box Elder County's hazards?
Review FEMA's county-specific preparedness checklists and emergency planning guides.
Frequently Asked Questions
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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.